Kate Middleton vs. Meghan Markle: Who’s carrying Princess Diana’s legacy forward?

When it comes to the British royal, it seems that there's a quiet competition between Kate Middleton-- Princess of Wales, and Meghan Markle-- Duchess of Sussex. But it is not over crowns or castles, but over something deeper: A legacy left behind the beloved People's Princess, Diana. And if they really are competing... it looks like Kate might be pulling ahead.
Kate’s comeback: Becoming the next 'People's Princess'
After bravely battling cancer and announcing she's now in remission, Kate Middleton seems to be charging forward with new energy. But this isn’t just about fulfilling her royal duties— it’s about shaping her image as today’s “People’s Princess.”
Sources close to Kensington Palace told Radar Online that Kate is "relentlessly driving forward" with her charitable work, following a path which is strikingly similar to the late Diana’s. “She’s feeling energized and focused. This is Kate stepping into a new chapter— one that mirrors Diana’s passion for making a real difference,” a palace insider shared.

Meanwhile, Meghan’s 'royal' lifestyle in the US
After officially stepping down from their duties as senior members of the UK royal family, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle seem to be living a simpler life in Montecito, California. Far from the rules of the royal family, Meghan Markle is taking a very different approach to life in the US. She’s focusing on her lifestyle brand ventures, most notably her new gourmet jam line, American Riviera Orchard renamed 'As Ever', apart from her TV shows and new podcast.
While many fans admire Meghan’s entrepreneurial spirit, royal insiders can’t help but draw a contrast. “Kate is showing Meghan how a royal should conduct herself. There’s a difference between building a brand and building a legacy," a source said, as per the report.
And many royal watchers can notice this difference clearly.
But are Kate and Meghan really competing or is it just media hype fueled by their very different paths? Maybe it doesn’t matter.
Because whether through heartfelt charity or luxury lifestyle branding, both women are reshaping what it means to be a royal in the modern times.