Princess Catherine’s rise to prominence started due to her inclusion in the royal family.

Before royalty, Catherine came from a well-to-do family.

Aside from their tight-knit family, there’s much to learn about their well-established connection.

Michael and Carole Middleton walking together

Given their private nature, their wedding ceremony was relatively small and mundane.

The party planner herself told The Telegraph that she organized the event herself.

“The house had a minstrel’s gallery, and people wandered around with champagne flowing and canapes.

Michael and Carole Middleton smiling

Afterward, we went back to Mike’s brother Simon’s for a big chili and a party.”

By January 9, 1982, Michael and Carole introduced their firstborn, Kate Middleton.

Their relationship as a family unit remained positive as they’ve always been relatively close to one another.

Michael and Carole Middleton smiling

Michael and Carole’s approach to parenthood is likely a reason for this deep connection.

Thus, Party Pieces was launched.

According to her interview withSheer Luxe, the inspiration for the business was actually her children.

Carole Middleton, Michael Middleton, James Middleton, and Pippa Middleton smiling

“It was my children who inspired Party Pieces.

“Michael and I work well together.

We have complementary skills, so our roles have always been quite clear,” she told Sheer Luxe.

Carole, Michael, James, and Pippa Middleton smiling

This venture served them well not only in their relationship but also for their entire family.

As a public figure, Carole has beenthe victim of smear campaigns and bizarre rumorsover the years.

In addition to Michael and Carole disliking the limelight, the two also wanted to protect themselves.

Michael and Carole Middleton watching a sporting event

The seven-bedroom manor is seemingly more secluded but remains within their stomping grounds, the Bucklebury Village.

Michael and Carole Middleton seemingly also played a heavy role in this.

This allowed Catherine to make her way into the royal family with ease.

Michael and Carole Middleton smiling

“What they did is what good parents have always done; they’ve invested in education.

It cost them a lot of money,” Cole stated (viaExpress).

With Michael and Carole’s tendencies to prioritize their family, most expect the two to be doting grandparents.

Michael and Carole Middleton smiling

“We all think he’s wonderful, and we’re extremely fond of him.”

Carole spoke to Good Housekeeping about this change and claimed it was for the best (viaHello!).

“I think he is delighted, really.

Carole Middleton and Michael Middleton talking

“He is in his early 70s now, and he can concentrate on other stuff.

He is really supportive and quite excited to see what is going to happen.”

As a result, Michael and Carole were forced to sell their business.

Michael and Carole Middleton smiling

The deal saw them sell Party Pieces for 180,000.

After a successful abdominal surgery in January, her medical team discovered that her condition was cancerous.

As a result, Catherine released a video stating that she’ll be undergoing preventative treatment.

Michael and Carole Middleton walking together

Though it wasn’t revealed to the public, their role will remain the same as Catherine undergoes chemotherapy.

“And they will be a reassuring presence when she goes back to Windsor to recuperate.”

Michael and Carole Middleton staring off into the distance