Prince William turned up at a West Midlands school to surprise a student who had penned a personal letter to him about mental health.

The importance of treating mental health with the same emphasis as physical health is a cornerstone of Prince William and Kate’s charity work.

Prince William just gave a glimmer into Princess Charlotte’s sense of humour. The Prince of Wales, 41, revealed during a visit to St. Michael’s Church of England High School in Sandwell on April 25 to hear about their mental health initiatives. During a small group session to record for the school radio show, Prince William was asked to share a “dad joke,” but he opted to quote a classic that is a current hit with his 8-year-old daughter, Princess Charlotte.

“I am here with the gang talking about male mental health, and I’ve been asked to produce a dad joke. I was trying to channel Jack Whitehall because most of his jokes are pretty dad-like,” the royal began referring to the British actor and comedian, as seen in a video shared to X by Rebecca English of the Daily Mail.

“I think what I’ll do is say a joke that is Charlotte’s favourite joke at the moment, that she keeps telling me,” he told the pupils, adding that they’d have to interact for it to work. “Knock knock,” Prince William began. “Who’s there?” the students replied in unison.   “Interrupting cow,” Prince William continued.

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As the kids started to reply, “Interrupting cow who?” Prince William interjected with “Moo!” prompting giggles from the group. “That’s the one I hear a lot of at home at the moment,” said the royal dad, who shares Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, 6, with his wife, Kate Middleton. “That’s the greatest one I can think of that’s clean and broadcastable,” he added with a laugh before receiving a compliment from one special student. “It’s good, it’s good!” said 12-year-old Freddie Hadley, who sat next to the Prince of Wales.

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St. Michael’s Church of England High School came on the royal’s radar after Freddie wrote a letter to Prince William and Princess Kate, 42. Freddie invited the royal couple to the school’s celebrations for World Mental Health Day in October 2023.

King Charles’ elder son replied with a personal message on X: “Good afternoon Freddie, I’m so sorry Catherine and I can’t be with you and the rest of the students at St Michael’s today. Tackling mental health challenges and stigmas head-on is so important, please keep up this important work.”

Prince William signed the message “W,” indicating that the note came directly from him. On April 25, the pair finally got to meet when the royal visited the school, where Prince William told Freddie, “Your letter worked.”

Prince William saw firsthand the Matrix Project work, which Freddie highlighted in his letter for bringing boys aged 11 to 14 together to develop ideas and projects to tackle mental health challenges. He joined a session with some of the boys and was told how they launched the #AmIManlyEnough campaign to encourage men to communicate their feelings and tackle taboos surrounding mental health.

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Freddie tells PEOPLE that it was a “massive shock” to see Prince William arrive at his school. “He is a very nice guy,” the student says. “When I sat down with him about what we do in school with our Matrix Project, I got more comfortable and I felt like I got into his way of thinking about it. He asked us about why we do our stuff and why he is an advocate for male mental health.”

Freddie adds that William “said from working with charities for mental health he realizes — as he’s a male himself — he’s gone through those things before. He realizes it is such a massive thing in today’s society, and he wanted to step up and get these issues sorted out.”

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In the realm of love and loyalty, Prince William’s latest gesture towards Kate Middleton shines as a beacon of devotion.

Prince William’s relentless commitment to Kate Middleton has once again captured hearts worldwide.



Juggling royal obligations, personal hurdles, and the endless public spotlight, Prince William has shown us yet again his extraordinary strength and unwavering loyalty, especially towards his wife, Kate Middleton.

In the face of recent health challenges hitting close to home, with both his father and wife battling cancer, William’s made a choice to miss a significant event that truly emphasises his dedication — not just as a companion, but as a key figure of the British royal family.

Prince William has reportedly decided to skip the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, which King Charles still plans on attending.

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An insider disclosed to Express, “Attending the CHOGM is not something William can take on at this time due to Kate’s health, and although Anne and other working royals are doing a fantastic job stepping in to plug the gaps at home, they are not viewed as high level enough to represent the sovereign as leader of the Commonwealth.”

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While this might appear like a miniature gesture to some, those who comprehend the weight of such events know it’s a big deal. CHOGM isn’t just any meeting; it’s a key moment where leaders from across the Commonwealth come jointly to discuss major global issues and strategies for cooperation. Other royal family members, like Princess Anne and Prince Edward, won’t be heading to the event either, as their roles aren’t considered senior enough.

The shock of Middleton’s cancer diagnosis threw the royal couple into unknown waters. Prince William originally felt “helpless and scared.” Despite these underwhelming emotions, William has stayed dedicated to his wife’s side, assisting with their children and being a constant source of comfort.

The strain of these health battles has also led to an unexpected development within the royal family. Prince William and Queen Camilla have reportedly formed a “tender relationship” amidst the crisis, united in their roles as caregivers to their spouses.

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This moment peels back the curtain on the personal sacrifices and tough calls faced by those in the spotlight. William’s choice to prioritize his wife’s health over global commitments deeply reflects his loyalty to her and serves as a reminder that beneath the formal regalia, they grapple with life’s challenges just like the rest of us.

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Prince William has made a surprising revelation in a new BBC documentary focused on men’s health in the world of football.

Prince William admitted that his eyesight became so bad that the faces of the audience were just a blur when he made an address.



Prince William, the Prince of Wales, has often been in the spotlight for various reasons, but one aspect of his life that’s not commonly discussed is his poor eyesight. Surprisingly, Prince William recently revealed that his vision impairment actually comes with an unexpected benefit – it helps him cope with the anxiety of delivering important speeches.

In a candid interview, Prince William opened up about how his eyesight condition has influenced his public speaking. Despite being a member of the royal family and regularly addressing large audiences, Prince William admitted that he still experiences nerves before giving speeches. However, he found that his poor eyesight has provided him with an unexpected advantage in managing his anxiety.

My eyesight started to tail off a little bit as I got older, and I didn’t wear contacts when I was working, so when I gave speeches I couldn’t see anyone’s face. And it helps, because it’s just a blur of faces and because you can’t see anyone looking at you – I can see enough to read the paper and stuff like that – but I couldn’t actually see the whole room. And that really helped with my anxiety,” William candidly replied.

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Speaking to a group of people, Prince William explained that his poor eyesight prevents him from seeing faces clearly when he’s addressing a crowd. While this may seem like a disadvantage to some, Prince William views it as a blessing in disguise. He revealed that not being able to see individuals’ expressions in detail helps him feel less nervous and more relaxed during public speaking engagements.

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For many people, the thought of standing in front of a large audience can be daunting, and Prince William is no exception. Despite his royal upbringing and years of experience in the public eye, he still feels the pressure of delivering speeches. However, he has learned to embrace his unique situation and turn it into a positive aspect of his public speaking routine.

Prince William while talking in a BBC documentary – titled Football, Prince William And Our Mental Health – as he travelled around the country promoting his Heads Up initiative, which aims to raise awareness about mental health and encourage football supporters to speak about their problems or support a fellow fan.

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During a visit to West Bromwich Albion Football Club to meet players past and present who have experienced people close to them committing suicide, the Duke said: “It is one of the biggest killers of young men under 45. As pain and grief goes away, and I’ve heard this from sadly too many families who have been bereaved by suicide, it is one of the rawest forms of grief because you’re left with so many unanswered questions. Could I have done more, should I have done more, why did they do it?

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Prince William and Kate Middleton have invited Harry and Meghan’s children, Archie and Lilibet, to the UK.

William and Kate have requested Harry and Meghan bring their children to visit the UK to mend the rift a royal expert claims.



Royal author Tom Quinn told the Mirror that William and Kate suggested the Sussexes bring their niece and nephew, Archie and Lilibet, to the UK but said that Meghan denied it. One of the major justifications for Meghan Markle to refuse could be the daunting presence of the media which would not provide them with privacy at all.

Prince William and his wife, Kate Middleton, have been attempting to terminate the conflict with Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, The Daily Mirror has documented. According to a Royal expert, the Prince and the Princess of Wales have been pushing to settle the strained relationship.

Mr Quinn told the paper: “There is no way Meghan would bring the children to the UK. William and Kate have proposed that Meghan and Harry bring the children and that the two couples and their families try to make up, but the suggestion is not directed anywhere so far but might happen in the future.”

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The reported proposition comes after Kate communicated her cancer diagnosis to the world on 22 March and there is speculation Harry will visit his brother in the UK when he hosts an event for the Invictus Games in May.

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In other news, King Charles made his most significant public appearance since it was revealed that he had cancer on Sunday morning when he attended the Easter Mattins Service at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. The 75-year-old monarch then shocked spectators by waving to the assembled people. Later, they said that he “looked good” and was in “high spirits.”

King Charles’s grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet, have not interacted with the Royal Family very often. May 6, 2019, saw the birth of Archie. Not long afterwards, on January 8, 2020, Harry and Meghan made public their contentious choice to resign from their royal responsibilities and relocate to the United States, a move that has come to be known as “Megxit”. Lilibet, named after the childhood name of Harry’s grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, was born on June 4, 2021. Both Archie and Lilibet have dual citizenship in the UK and the US.

Archie and Lilibet missed Easter in the UK: Archie and Lilibet earlier missed the chance to meet their cousins, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. Royal insider Tom Quinn had spoken about Harry-Meghan’s absence in this year’s Easter celebrations.

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“What’s really going to upset Harry this year is that his children will miss out on the Easter egg hunt that takes place afterwards,” he told The Daily Mirror. “And, of course, it would’ve given Archie and Lillibet a chance to get to know George, Charlotte and Louis. The family rift is going to prevent this, and Harry will feel it keenly,” he added.

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