Queen Camilla has gone through her share of royal titles over the years, and it would change again if King Charles were to pass away. Originally, in preparation for Queen Elizabeth’s death, Camilla was going to be referred to as princess consort. However, Elizabeth had shared a statement before her passing, revealing the official title that Camilla would become after her death. She said, “When, in the fullness of time, my son Charles becomes King, I know you will give him and his wife Camilla the same support you have given me; and it is my sincere wish that, when the time comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort as she continues her own loyal service.”
After Elizabeth’s death, Camilla became queen consort. However, the title of consort was later dropped during King Charles’ coronation. As long as he is alive, Camilla will be referred to as queen. However, if Charles were to sadly die, Camilla’s title would face a slight change. The royal would be known as Queen Dowager Camilla. Dowager refers to the widow of a king and was first used by Queen Adelaide in 1830. Over the years, we have seen several queens outlive the monarch, most recently Queen Elizabeth’s mother, although she didn’t go by queen dowager. Still, Queen Dowager Camilla is the reported title she would take if Charles were to suddenly pass away.
