Kate Middleton has found a close royal confidante in the form of Prince Edward's wife, Sophie, and aside from both marrying into the Royal Family from non-aristocractic backgrounds, the pair also have one major thing in common.

Multiple royal experts told Hello! that Sophie is like an 'older sister' to Kate and both of the girls share similar experiences when it comes to the royal family.

Royal biographer Ingrid Seward says the two women “have a huge amount in common” It was evident in their joint appearance at Remembrance Sunday that Kate Middleton and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh share a bond.