Speaking to the publication, she stated: “It’s safe to say that, even though he’s working as hard as he always has, that he doesn’t appear to be quite as robust as he once was. But, then again, he’s getting older.”

Smith also mentioned that the king is actively involved in discussions about succession and future plans, much like his mother was before him.

The king “wants to make his mark” as monarch, Smith noted. However, she observed that the king is now viewing the rest of his reign in “years, rather than decades.”

She further added that William and Kate are “very much aware” their time as the Prince and Princess of Wales may be “limited.”

Smith suggested that they are likely preparing for the change to come “sooner rather than later.”

Will Charles abdicate to William?

While it’s within the king’s power to abdicate, there are no current plans for him to do so.

The most recent monarch to abdicate was King Edward VIII, who gave up the throne in 1936 after less than a year. His abdication ultimately paved the way for Charles to become king.

That said, it’s expected that the king will follow in his mother’s footsteps and stay on the throne until his death.

When did King Charles take the throne?

King Charles became the monarch after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in September 2022.

Queen Elizabeth II passed away on September 8, 2022, at the age of 96, and Charles instantly ascended to the throne.

His formal coronation was held on May 6, 2023, almost eight months following his mother’s death.

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