Queen Elizabethand Sophie, Countess of Wessex share a close bond — and it’s reflected in what Sophie calls the monarch, who just happens to be her mother-in-law!
After referring to the Queen as “Your Majesty” several times in her speech, Sophie got more personal and called her “Mama.”
“Mama, when I have returned from my travels, I have been so proud to share with you the work I have witnessed being carried out under the umbrella of theQueen ElizabethDiamond Jubilee Trust and the care of so many people working so hard to save and cure sight,” Sophie said.
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While she’sQueen Elizabethto millions around the world, the royal family has special nicknames for each other. In a 2016 documentary honoringQueen Elizabeth‘s milestone 90th birthday,Kate Middletonopened up about her children’s special relationship with the monarch – and shared their nickname for her.
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And Queen Elizabeth isn’t the only one with a royal nickname. Prince George calls fatherPrince Williamsimply “Pops,” while Princess Charlotte is known as both “Lottie” and “Mignonette.” Even Kate is a nickname, as the Duchess of Cambridge’s full name is Catherine.
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In a video from their visit with Archbishop Desmond Tutu in South Africa, Meghan is also heard callingArchie “Bubba.”
“Say hello! Hello, hi,” says Markle, before she realizes that he’s drooling. “Oh, Bubba!” Luckily, dadPrince Harrywas on hand to deal with the dribble.
source: people.com
