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Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Surprise Move Leave King Charles Stunned
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Surprise Move Leave King Charles Stunned
Prince William and Princess Kate have reportedly broken a long-standing royal tradition, seemingly sending a strong message about the monarchy’s future under their leadership. Their latest move has sparked discussions among royal watchers, particularly in relation to King Charles.
The controversy unfolded on January 20, when the Prince and Princess of Wales publicly honored Duchess Sophie on her 60th birthday—before King Charles did. This marked a significant departure from the usual protocol, where birthday wishes for senior royals typically come first from the reigning monarch.
William and Kate’s tribute to Sophie was posted on their official social media pages, making it clear that the Duchess of Edinburgh holds a special place in their vision for the future of the royal family. The move did not go unnoticed by fans, with many calling it a strategic shift in power dynamics.
Shortly after their post, the Royal Family’s official Instagram account followed with a video montage celebrating Sophie’s milestone birthday. The post featured heartwarming photos of the Duchess and highlighted her decades of dedication to royal duties.
The caption read, “Wishing The Duchess of Edinburgh a very happy 60th birthday today! To learn more about Her Royal Highness’s work, visit the link in our bio.” While the message was warm, the timing of the tribute left many wondering if William and Kate were deliberately setting a new precedent.