Kate Middleton's Burlesque Cousin Exposed in Playboy

?The royal family is about to experience quite a shock, as Kate Middleton's long lost cousin prepares to bare it all in an upcoming edition of Playboy. Katrina Darling, a burlesque dancer from London, will be the September cover girl for the U.S. magazine, courting more controversy for the royals and herself alike. According to Darling, the young dancer has received plenty of negative attention since her sudden rise to fame last spring, when it was suddenly discovered that the young beauty was related to the Duchess of Cambridge.

While appearing in Playboy might be an exciting advancement in Darling's career, don't expect the Duchess to be calling to congratulate her. The burlesque dancer says she has had no contact with Kate Middleton, though she imagines it would be quite "awkward" to meet William's blushing bride. Nevertheless, the dancer has conceded that "it would be nice to meet [her.]"

Regardless of what ultimately comes to pass between Kate and her cousin, there seems to be no question of any further royal relationships cropping up in Darling's life. When asked about the potential of a budding romance with the Duchess' brother-in-law, Prince Harry, Darling adamantly refused any interest on her part. "I am sure Prince Harry is an adorable guy," she shared with RumorFix, "but I am a taken woman." The young dancer went on to explain that she finds Harry to be "too prestigious. I like my men rough around the edges," officially putting the kibosh on any rumors of a fling between the two.