Camilla Rosemary Shand was born in London, England, to Major Bruce Middleton Hope Shand and the Hon. Rosalind Cubitt. She grew up on a large country estate in Plumpton, Sussex, with her parents and two younger siblings.

Camilla came out as a debutante in London, a traditional rite of passage for upper-class girls, marking her entry into society and signaling her readiness for marriage.

Camilla met Prince Charles at a polo match at Windsor Great Park, though some sources suggest they met at a party in 1972. This encounter marked the beginning of their long-standing relationship.

Camilla married Andrew Parker Bowles, with whom she had two children, Laura and Tom. This marriage occurred after Charles failed to propose before returning to his naval duties.

Camilla and Charles began an affair that spanned two decades, during his marriage to Princess Diana. This period was marked by controversy and public scrutiny.

Camilla divorced Andrew Parker Bowles, paving the way for her to pursue a more public relationship with Charles.

The death of Princess Diana in a car accident led to widespread public grief and further complicated the public's acceptance of Camilla's relationship with Charles.

Camilla and Charles married in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall, followed by a Church of England Service of Prayer and Dedication at St George's Chapel. She became known as the Duchess of Cornwall.

Following Queen Elizabeth II's death on 8 September 2022, Charles ascended to the throne, and Camilla became queen consort, as per Queen Elizabeth II's earlier wish.

Camilla was crowned queen during King Charles III's coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey, marking her official ascension to the role.