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How furious Prince William was forced to protect ‘harassed’ Princess of Wales, Kate?

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Prince William, who has had a lifelong mistrust of the press, was worried that history was repeating itself.


A furious Prince William had to step in and protect Kate after she was “harassed” on the day of her birthday, a documentary reveals.



What many people don’t understand is that Prince William and the Princess of Wales, Catherine have also dealt with invasive and aggressive treatment by the British press, Kate especially. Well, because Kate made a near-seamless entry into the Royal Family, most people presume she encountered no hardships.

But during the early years, specifically, before the royal couple declared their engagement, the Princess of Wales faced heartbreaking and invasive coverage by the media but never publicly spoke about it,” a royal insider told The Royal UK. However, Kate and Prince William very much believe the royals’ ethos of “never complain, never explain.” Read on to hear what they endured at the hands of the media and how they handled it

It seems inconceivable now, but before she married William, the then-Kate Middleton encountered a flurry of negative tabloid coverage on everything from her appropriateness as a royal bride (the Middletons were deemed too “middle class”) to her decision to date William for many years apparently with no engagement in sight (the press dubbed her “Waity Katy”)

Also read: Kate reveals Prince William can speak these 5 languages fluently.



In 2007, whispers began circulating that Prince William might finally propose to his university sweetheart, Kate Middleton, on her 25th birthday on January 9. Portrait tea towels of the royal couple were already being printed and, as Kate walked to her car to set off for her work morning, around 30 paparazzi assembled outside her Chelsea flat. Photographers and journalists were desperate to get pictures or news from Prince William’s girlfriend because they all assumed that was going to be the announcement day.

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Some lenses were reportedly thrust less than a foot from her face and her car was blocked. According to the 2011 documentary “Chasing the Royals”, the terrifying scenes enraged Prince William. The narrator said: “An angry Prince William stated to the press, to stop harassing his girlfriend. “Both he and Kate eventually moved to a remote corner of Wales.”



A spokesman for the Prince said at the time: “Prince William is very aggrieved at the paparazzi harassment of his girlfriend. “He wants, more than anything, for it to stop. “Miss Middleton should, like any other private individual, be able to go about her everyday business without this kind of intrusion. “The circumstances are proving unbearable for all those concerned.”

Although the photographer’s presence was unprecedented, Kate’s parents, Michael and Carole, were also reportedly extremely worried that their daughter was regularly being pursued by up to half a dozen paparazzi daily.

It was shades of Princess Diana all over again. William acknowledged that the paparazzi images of Kate were stunningly identical to photos of his mother, then-Lady Diana Spencer, in 1980 when speculation about whether she would become engaged to Prince Charles had gone into overdrive.

As a royal girlfriend, Kate was not privileged to official police protection. She would get it if and when she became a royal fiancée. But William did not propose as quickly as the media (and Kate) had hoped, leaving Kate in a vulnerable position. Seeing those photos of Kate on her 25th birthday had William, who has had a lifelong mistrust of the press, furious about what was happening and worried history was repeating itself. At that point, he decided to step in. 

Also read: Carole Middleton has the sweetest thing to say about son-in-law, Prince William.



After the wedding, when Queen Elizabeth permitted the couple to take some time off from full-time senior royal responsibilities to adjust to married life and again when the couple’s first child, Prince George, was born, she became a target. The British press was relentless in their criticism of Kate with stories about “Duchess Dolittle,” who they believed was not carrying her weight as part of the royal family.

The non-stop, feisty coverage in the tabloids was “destroying [his] mental health,” which ultimately led him to do “what any boyfriend/husband would do. 

While William and Kate’s cases with the tabloid media are largely a thing of the past, the prince has made it clear he will always be on guard to protect his family, which now also includes Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. As a future king, he knows he has to strike a delicate harmony with the media, giving them just enough access to keep the peace, but not infringe on his private life.



The prince summed up his feelings about his wish to protect his children from press intrusions for as long as he can in a 2017 interview with GQ when he said, “The media make it harder, but I will fight for [the children] to have a normal life.”

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Why Kate Middleton’s Wimbledon appearance will be her last for a while

Why Kate Middleton's Wimbledon appearance will be her last for a while

For the future Queen, Kate Middleton, it’s summertime, because apparently, the princess is officially on vacation.


What time is it? Well for the Princess of Wales, Kate, it is officially vacation time.



Following her standing ovation-receiving Wimbledon appearance, royal sources revealed that Middleton is now on “summer break” and will be taking a pause from public engagements for a bit.

Now that Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are out of school, royal sources told Vanity Fair that Middleton and her husband, Prince William, are planning on staying “below the radar” at their Norfolk home as she continues her preventative chemotherapy. Other insiders added that the family would not be travelling abroad, but they do plan to join King Charles and Queen Camilla in August at Balmoral in Scotland.

Also read: 6 people in Kate Middleton’s secret squad.


The outlet reports that Middleton’s attendance at Wimbledon will likely be her last public appearance until later this year.

The famed tennis tournament marked Middleton’s second engagement of the year, as she has been laying low all year amid her cancer treatment. In June, Middleton made her return to royal duties at the 2024 Trooping the Colour alongside her family, including her husband and their three kids.

This time out of the spotlight has reportedly served the couple well who are said to have grown “closer than ever” in recent months, per Us Weekly. A source also told OK! that Middleton is “genuinely touched” by how Prince William has stepped up as a husband and a father during her treatment.

Also read: 5 Reasons Prince William can never beat Kate Middleton in this sport.


“He’s shouldered a lot of the responsibilities, and, what’s more, he seems to be having fun doing it,” the insider said. “Kate has seen the change, and she’s genuinely touched by all that he’s doing, not just for her, but for the children.” 

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5 Reasons why Prince William can never beat Kate Middleton in this sport

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Prince William and Kate Middleton love a little friendly competition, but there’s one sport in which she has proven to be unbeatable.


Over the years, Kate has honed her tennis skills at the prestigious Hurlingham Club in London, earning a reputation as a formidable player.



Rod Laver, the legendary Australian tennis player, recently told the Daily Mail that Prince William has freely acknowledged he can’t compete with Kate on the tennis court. “I’d met William and Kate a few times, and in the Royal Box, you get a chance to chat with them a little bit,” Laver said. He went on to say that although the royal couple enjoys competing against one another in tennis, it’s obvious who the true winner is. Laver went on, “William told me he couldn’t beat her.”

This information adds a delightful dimension to the well-known rivalry between Prince William and Kate Middleton. The couple has a friendly rivalry that extends beyond tennis; on royal engagements, they are frequently spotted participating in a variety of sports and pastimes. Whether it’s sailing, archery, or even a fun run, Kate and William always bring their A-game, delighting fans with their playful banter and genuine enjoyment of each other’s company.

Also read: Did you know Kate Middleton had these two jobs before joining the Royal Family?



Those who have watched Kate Middleton’s public life are not surprised by her prowess on the tennis court. Kate is a sports fanatic who has participated in a variety of sports and frequently uses her platform to advocate for the value of physical fitness and healthy living. Her support of tennis-related charities and initiatives, as well as her frequent attendance at Wimbledon, demonstrate her passion to tennis in particular.

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The eldest child of Kate Middleton and Prince William, Prince George, appears to be carrying on his mother’s legacy. A publication claims that George has received one-on-one tennis instruction from none other than Roger Federer at the Bucklebury mansion of the Middleton family. Federer, a family friend, has praised George’s potential, hinting that the young prince may have inherited his mother’s talent and passion for the sport.

A sweet feature of the Middleton family’s personal life is their passion for tennis, which demonstrates that despite their royal responsibilities, they still make time for hobbies that make them happy and deepen their family relationships. It’s simple to picture the pick-up games that happen at their house, with Kate coaching George and maybe even Charlotte and Louis being involved as the kids get bigger.

Also read: 6 people in Kate Middleton’s secret squad.



Kate Middleton appears to have a natural talent for tennis, despite the fact that Prince William and Kate are both athletic. On the court, she possesses extraordinary agility, hand-eye coordination, and strategic thinking. She is an exceptional player because of her innate talent, commitment to practice, and expert instruction. Prince William has acknowledged to legendary Australian tennis player Rod Laver that he finds it difficult to defeat Kate on the tennis court. This open admittance demonstrates Kate’s indisputable skill in the game.

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6 people in Kate Middleton’s secret squad

6 people in Kate Middleton's secret squad

When Kate Middleton isn’t running after her children, or enjoying a quiet night with William who does she choose to spend time with?


So much of Kate Middleton’s life is up for public consumption, but her friends are usually kept firmly out of the spotlight.



Glossier than the posters in a hair salon window, more fiercely protective than big cats with cubs, and more interwoven than 1,000-thread-count Egyptian cotton — we bring you the lowdown on Kate’s top-secret friendship group.

Pippa Middleton
Kate and Pippa were born just 20 months apart and have been best friends as well as sisters their whole lives. With the same passions and interests, taste in clothes, and shared friends, they were the perfect roommates when they lived in London together, while Pippa was on hand to help Kate plan her wedding and get on very well with the royal family. The sisters still holiday together, and Pippa is a frequent visitor to Anmer Hall.

Emilia Jardine-Paterson
She’s one of the top contenders for the position of Kate’s best friend. The pair were at Marlborough College together, and when Kate and William went through their brief split, Emilia took Kate off to Ibiza. These days their lives are more about diapers and teething as they have two young children each. Emilia is also godmother to Prince George. The discreet blonde runs an interior design company, and it’s been reported it was she who helped Kate redecorate Kensington Palace and Anmer Hall in recent years. To further cement their friendship, Emilia’s husband, David, was at Eton with Prince William.

Also read: What was Catherine’s net worth before she married Prince William and what is it now?


Sophie Carter
The other name in line for the best friend spot is Sophie (seen standing next to Kate in this photo), who has numerous connections within the Cambridges’ friendship group. She used to go out with William’s best friend Thomas van Straubenzee, and her brother Robert married one of Kate’s school friends, Hannah Gillingham. She is always one of the select group to celebrate Kate’s birthday with her, and this year when Kate and William attended a church service on the Sandringham estate the following morning with the queen, Sophie came too. She was also on the skiing holiday William and Kate took with Prince George and Princess Charlotte earlier this year and is godmother to Princess Charlotte.

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Trini Foyle
Another former Marlborough friend, Trini was Kate’s constant companion in London during the year she and William went through their breakup, and in more recent times they have been spotted walking in Kensington Gardens together. Trini was also photographed in the box with Kate when she went to Cirque du Soleil for her birthday. Trini and her husband sat with James Middleton and other members of Kate’s family.

James and Laura Meade
James is one of William’s oldest friends, but when the prince and Kate went through their breakup in 2007, James was photographed with Kate and so is clearly very loyal to her too. James was also at the church service with the royal family the day after Kate’s birthday this year, so it’s safe to say that he too was around to help the duchess celebrate her birthday. He and his wife Laura are Norfolk neighbours of William and Kate, and James is godfather to Princess Charlotte.

Also read: Here’s a sneak peek inside Kate and sister Pippa’s special relationship.



Rebecca Deacon
As Kate’s private secretary, it is Rebecca’s job to be constantly by Kate’s side, but the pair are also close friends. Rebecca first came across the royals when she worked for Harry’s charity Sentebale, before moving into the private office of William and Harry. After William and Kate got engaged, Kate chose Rebecca to be her right-hand woman, and over the following years, they have become even closer.

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How did Kate Middleton prevent hair loss during chemotherapy?

How did Kate Middleton prevent hairloss during chemotherapy?

Controversy surrounds Princess Kate Middleton’s return to the public eye amid her cancer battle and preventative chemotherapy session.


Kate Middleton always stuns at royal engagements, and her recent appearance at Trooping the Colour was no exception.



But this year, the buzz online wasn’t just about her impeccable style, but her much-awaited comeback after remaining out of the public eye for a long period. Some internet chatter has taken a curious turn, focusing on Kate’s health and cancer battle, because of which she is undergoing preventative chemotherapy. Many think that her recent appearance at the monarch’s birthday celebration was far more suspicious than her edited pictures in the past.

Kate Middleton’s Trooping the Colour appearance faces scrutinyWhile royal followers celebrated Princess Kate’s return to public view after a period of privacy with her family at Windsor Palace, some speculate that the woman seen on the Buckingham Palace balcony may not be Kate at all.

These individuals, often labelled as conspiracy theorists, combed through photos and videos, searching for evidence to support their bizarre claims. While it was largely speculated that Kate would miss the major royal event, she surprised everyone with her last-minute wish to attend and appeared on the balcony alongside Prince William, King Charles, Queen Camilla and her three kids George, Charlotte and Louise.

Also read: 5 Reasons why Kate Middleton’s trooping the colour appearance was significant.



‘Chemotherapy but no hair loss?’ Some questioned Kate’s remarkably good health despite her ongoing chemotherapy treatment for cancer, while others argued she simply appeared well-rested. Many voiced disbelief that someone undergoing chemotherapy could maintain such shiny, hazel-coloured, bouncy, and long hair. “You can have chemotherapy and not lose your hair?”

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Thankfully, medical professionals confirm that not all chemotherapy treatments lead to hair loss. While some medications are well-known for causing considerable thinning or loss of hair, others have less severe adverse effects. Since details surrounding the Princess of Wales’s preventative chemotherapy haven’t been publicly shared, it’s possible the specific drugs used minimized hair loss.

Internet questions if Kate had plastic surgery Comparing past pictures of the princess with the new ones flooding the official Buckingham Palace website and Instagram handle, some have noticed a noticeable difference. Many speculate that she may have undergone cosmetic procedures during her time away from the public eye. “I wonder if this was more reconstructive work after an incident, rather than an elective surgery,” a person wrote on X (formerly Twitter.)

Also read: How Kate Middleton handles fame differently than Diana did?



A storm of internet rumours circled the Princess of Wales. From AI-generated photos to body double claims, speculation ran rampant. But for royal fans, the real story was simpler: seeing Kate healthy and smiling, engaging with the public despite recent challenges.

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