How Catherine, Princess of Wales Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 7, 2026

A closer look at the lasting mark left by Catherine, Princess of Wales—a timeline of influence.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, is a prominent member of the British royal family as the wife of William, Prince of Wales. As such, she is in line to be Queen Consort. She engages in royal duties and charitable work, and is known for her style and public appearances.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

1911: Lupton Family Invited to Coronation

In 1911, Catherine's paternal great-grandmother Olive Middleton (née Lupton) and her first cousin once removed Baroness von Schunck (née Kate Lupton) were invited to the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary.

1942: Death of Baroness Airedale

In 1942, Baroness Airedale died. Catherine's father, Michael, is the son of Peter Middleton, whose Middleton forebears were from Leeds, West Yorkshire.

2011: Listed Among Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2011, Catherine was listed among the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.

2011: Named one of Time's most influential people

In 2011, Catherine was named one of Time's most influential people.

2012: Listed Among Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2012, Catherine was listed among the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.

2012: Named one of Time's most influential people

In 2012, Catherine was named one of Time's most influential people.

2013: Listed Among Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2013, Catherine was listed among the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.

2013: Named one of Time's most influential people

In 2013, Catherine was named one of Time's most influential people.

2021: Boost to the British Fashion Industry

In 2021, it was reported that Catherine boosted the British fashion industry by up to £1 billion within a year.

December 2022: Second Most Liked Royal Family Member

In December 2022, Catherine was found to be the second most liked member of the royal family by the polling company YouGov.

April 2023: Ranked First in Ipsos Favourability Poll

In April 2023, an Ipsos favourability poll ranked Catherine first among the royal family.

April 2024: Most Popular Royal According to YouGov

In April 2024, YouGov again ranked Catherine as the most popular royal.

May 2025: Named to the Time 100 Health list and Time 100 Philanthropy list

In May 2025, Catherine was named to the Time 100 Health list for her cancer-awareness work. That same month, she and William were included on the inaugural Time 100 Philanthropy list.