During a recent royal visit, Duchess Catherine made an understandable mistake but quickly adjusted after the incident. She and Prince William started out as friends while studying at the University of St Andrews before their relationship became romantic; they dated for several years, faced a brief break-up and finally got engaged in 2010. Throughout her long relationship with William, Catherine has come to understand the public scrutiny that comes with royal life, but she has maintained her private nature and taken her time adjusting to her official royal responsibilities after her marriage.
She has been gradually introduced to public life, allowing her to learn at her own pace while looking after her growing family. At Royal Ascot 2023, the couple shared an awkward moment caught on camera that some found embarrassing. In one video, Duchess Catherine appeared to place her hand on Prince William's bottom, causing him to look at her with a visibly annoyed expression. Observers commented on his attitude, speculating whether he felt uncomfortable or uncomfortable.
Catherine has previously admitted that she has had to adjust to royal duties, noting that even simple interactions require adjustments in formal settings. Early in her royal role, she admitted that she would become so immersed in conversation that she lost track of time, a habit that has become something of a running joke in the Windsor household. Recently, at a high-profile wedding in Jordan, William was seen gesturing for Catherine to end her conversation, suggesting that her tendency to be chatty is still going strong.
With her childhood in Jordan, she may have had much to discuss with Crown Prince Al Hussein and the newlywed Princess Raja. Catherine appreciated the late Queen guiding her through her first royal experiences, highlighting her caring nature. King Charles' coronation in May 2023 attracted millions of people, presenting a lavish celebration. While it seemed perfect to viewers, the timing issue caused frustration for the monarch.
Conflicting accounts have emerged regarding the events following the coronation, highlighting the importance of precise timing on royal occasions. A minor delay caused the Prince and Princess of Wales to leave the ceremony late, affecting the King and Queen and their younger children, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. They were said to be a minute and a half behind schedule, despite being expected to arrive eight minutes earlier than Charles and Camilla.
As a result, the new king and queen were forced to wait outside Westminster Abbey in their carriage, which many considered inappropriate. Footage shows Charles expressing his frustration, with a lip reader conveying his feelings about the constant delays. Some have speculated that the Welsh family delayed their departure to create a memorable coronation video, while others believe the king's carriage may have arrived early, leaving the Welsh family stuck behind the king's procession.