She was one of two non-royals in attendance, and was a dear childhood friend of the queen.

Lady Elizabeth Lambert married a publisher, Mark Longman with the queen in attendance.

The couple had three kids and eventually several grandchildren, too including Rose Hanbury, of course.

Sarah Rose Hanbury Cholmondeley

This goes to show that Hanbury had ties to the royals from the very beginning.

Barely two years later, in 2007, Hanbury had gained national recognition and decided tobecome a model.

The agency has also represented famous names like Cindy Crawford and the Delevingne sisters, Cara and Poppy.

Rose Hanbury at event

Gove was serving as the Shadow Education Secretary at the time.

They’re a beloved institution in the U.K. and they strive to make a difference using family-centric care.

2009 was a very busy year for the couple.

Rose Hanbury smiling

But there was a problem.

Alexander Hugh George, the slightly lighter baby, became the Earl of Rocksavage.

The couple also welcomed a baby girl in 2016, named Lady Iris Marina Aline Cholmondeley.

Rose Hanbury at party

The royal wedding had around 1,900 guests in attendance, with a guest list filled with recognizable names.

Other Turnip Toffs include the van Cutsems, the Pettmans, and the Carters.

So, what was it that led to the end of the seemingly perfect royal friendship?

Rose Hanbury dressed up

The British tabloids then dubbed Hanbury the “rural rival” to Kate Middleton.

The drama subsided after some time, firstly, because all parties involved denied the rumors.

Secondly, there was no proof.

Rose Hanbury in front of colorful background

Middleton has even reportedly tried to phase Hanbury out of her social circle completely.

A source reportedly toldThe Sunthat Middleton and Hanbury “had a terrible falling out.”

The source continued, “They used to be close but that is not the case any more.

Rose and David Cholmondeley

William wants to play peacemaker so that the two couples can remain friends… Of course, much of this is hearsay and the royals have yet to comment on the circumstances publicly.

She lives at Houghton Hall

Rose Hanbury’s home is seriously stunning.

Located three miles from William and Kate’s Anmer Hall home lies Houghton Hall.

Rose Hanbury and children

It was built in the 1720s for England’s first Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole.

Houghton Hall is also the desired venue for various exhibitions and events as a publicly open art space.

Rose Hanbury with Kate Middleton and Prince William

William and Kate together

Kate Middleton and Rose Hanbury

Houghton Hall