Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles' Relationship: What to Remember

Despite their relationship being criticized in worldwide tabloids throughout the years, the love between Charles, Prince of Wales, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has stood the test of time. Their relationship has totaled more than 40 years. For over a decade of that time, Camilla was viewed as the "third person" in Charles' marriage to the late Diana, Princess of Wales. Diana once said so herself of Camilla in a now-iconic interview.

For years Camilla was deemed responsible for the dissolution of Charles and Diana's marriage. But in the past decade or so, the public has become more kind to Camilla. 

One way she's won many over is through her charity work. She gives to an eclectic range of causes. In 2015, The Today Show reported that she acted as the president or patron of whopping 85 charity organizations. The report also notes that Camilla's humor, gentle demeanor, and friendly nature deemed her likable. 

Additionally, the family structure appears to be in place as well, despite getting off to a bumpy start. Her royal stepsons, Prince William and Prince Harry, have publicly expressed their love for Camilla. She's also credited with making Prince Charles appear happier and more friendly. In honor of Camilla and Charles, let's take a look back at six moments throughout their lifetime love story.