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“Heavy Secret For Those Kids To Carry”: Prince William And Kate Middleton Might Be Separated
A video of Prince William with two of his and Kate Middleton’s children has prompted royal fans to speculate that the couple may have separated behind closed doors.
The royals, who met as teenagers while studying at St. Andrews University in Scotland, have been married for 15 years.
Kate reportedly caught William’s eye at a charity fashion show at the university back in 2002.
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- A video of Prince William with George and Charlotte sparked speculation that he and Kate Middleton may be living separately.
- The couple had a brief breakup in 2007, during which William reportedly told Kate that he needed “breathing room.”
- Speculation about a new crisis grew after William and his children landed at Kensington Palace.
A video showing Prince William with George and Charlotte has ignited speculation about his marriage to Kate Middleton
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The couple has had its ups and downs over the years. According to royal biographer Robert Jobson, the heir to the British throne once broke up with Kate over the phone in 2007, telling her he needed “breathing room.”
A chance encounter reportedly led them to rekindle their romance, and they have since been a symbol of stability within the royal family.
However, a video from Tuesday (January 6) has sparked speculation about possible new cracks in their relationship.
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Prince William was seen landing at Kensington Palace by helicopter with two of his children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, along with their dog, Orla, and another cocker spaniel.
It’s unclear where the royals had come from, but Charlotte and her father were seen carrying two bags into the palace, while George had a backpack.
A group of royal fans believes William and Kate have separated
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Kate and the couple’s youngest son, 7-year-old Prince Louis, were nowhere to be seen at the working royal residence in London, fueling theories that the future King and Queen have been living separately.
“It’s William’s week with the children & he can only manage the older ones! There they go with their overnight bags,” one viewer wrote on X.
“But we’ve been saying this all along Kate & William live separate lives behind closed doors, cosplay marriage just for the cameras & the subjects,” they added.
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According to the user, Forest Lodge, which is reported to be the couple’s primary residence in the countryside, is actually Kate’s “separation home,” with her and William co-parenting their three children.
“They love to say Harry and Meghan live separate lives, but it’s always deflection for that unmarried, fake couple. William & Kate are done. Their kids moving back and forth,” wrote another viewer.
“Living apart is probably THE best for the Windsor kids,” shared a third commenter.
Others dismissed the theories of a marital crisis, simply writing, “You conspiracy theorists are crazy.”
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William and Kate’s brief yet dramatic split made headlines back in 2007. At the time, Kate was about to turn 25, and the British press was anxiously expecting news of a royal engagement, according to royal expert Robert Jobson’s book, Catherine, the Princess of Wales.
While serving in the military, William reportedly phoned Kate to suggest they split up. He allegedly told her they both needed “breathing room” and to “find our own way,” adding that he was unable to promise her marriage.
Viewers interpreted the children’s “overnight bags” as possible evidence of a co-parenting arrangement
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During the “emotionally charged” 30-minute conversation, the couple reportedly acknowledged that they were on “different pages,” according to Jobson.
Still, being dumped over the phone felt like a “devastating blow” to Kate.
“Though it wasn’t the first time William had called time on their relationship, it felt final,” the royal expert reported. The couple reconciled months later after reuniting at a mutual friend’s party.
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Analyzing the recent video, fans have also expressed confusion over why George and William appeared to be breaking protocol by flying in a helicopter together.
“I thought they are not allowed to be on an aircraft together in case of a crash?” one user wrote, while another said, “I assumed William and George wouldn’t be allowed to travel together.”
Some viewers questioned whether Prince William and Prince George traveling together violated royal protocol
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Royal heirs are traditionally not permitted to fly together on a plane or helicopter in case an accident affects the line of succession.
King Charles and Prince William are reportedly not permitted to travel together. When he was a prince, Charles was also restricted from traveling with his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth.
Some viewers suggested that the protocol may be more relaxed than commonly believed or has been modified to apply only to the current monarch and their direct heir. “They are allowed since William is not king yet,” one commenter wrote.
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Another talking point surrounding the video was the use of the helicopter itself.
Citing environmental concerns, critics questioned the royals over both the frequency and the necessity of this mode of transportation.
Critics focused on the environmental impact of the helicopter flight
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“Another environmentally harmful decision by the Wales. Can’t care about saving the planet while working overtime to harm it via unnecessary helicopter flights,” fumed one viewer.
“The environment is really important—except when it means I’ll be slightly inconvenienced…..” echoed another, referencing the environmental projects and causes the royals have publicly supported, such as The Earthshot Prize.
“Kate and William have not been together for a long time,” one observer speculated
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KatSaidThat 1 month ago
FFS - they don't need to be joined at the hip to parent their kids. Could have just had a daddy day. Kate has royal duties too - or could even have been at a follow up doctor's appointment. STFU internet.
Kristen 1 month ago
Really? There is absolutely zero evidence that they're separated. OMG William did something without his wife! Yeah, so what? It's unhealthy for couples to do EVERYTHING together. They seem very happy whenever they are together. These rumors are disgusting. BTW, Catherine hasn't been Middleton for nearly 15 years and she's never like the nickname Kate. She has always preferred being called by her actual name - Catherine. Calling her by a dead name is inconsiderate. She is Catherine, Princess of Wales. Are you still going to call her by a dead name when she's queen?
Serena Myers 1 month ago (edited)
The media seem to be fixated on calling the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton. One press release started, and the other media followed like sheep. Not an original thought in their tiny brains. Catherine, Princess of Wales, married to William, the Prince of Wales, who will access the throne when King Charles meets his maker, when she will become Queen Consort and William will become King. I'd like to see the media making a hash of "Queen Kate Middleton, the Queen Consort" and I might live to see it, as the King is older than me. Let's hope not. One Queen and two Kings in a lifetime? Older than I am, before the pedants start!
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persephone134 1 month ago (edited)
Pictures of a father with two of his three children. His wife and child no. 3 are not with them. OMG, the marriage must be on the rocks. Because of course.
Luis Hernandez Dauajare 1 month ago
Why do all conspiracy videos look like they have been recorded with a shoe?
Bianca 1 month ago
You know, she is married to Prince William since 2011. So, she is now HRH Catherine, Princess of Wales. But perhaps this flew somehow over your head, or you are just doing this in mean spirit. Throwing shade... Sugar much, huh
Kristen 1 month ago
Sugars just love to denigrate the future Queen and current Princess of Wales, but love to shower unearned titles on the gruesome twosome who only use them for narcissistic, grifting purposes.
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Rebecca Joan 1 month ago
As an American, I say who cares. But I thought there was some sort of rule about heirs not being able to travel together, so I don’t know why the older son and his dad are traveling together. But whatever. It’s not like he’s the first one in his family who’d get divorced.
KatSaidThat 1 month ago
FFS - they don't need to be joined at the hip to parent their kids. Could have just had a daddy day. Kate has royal duties too - or could even have been at a follow up doctor's appointment. STFU internet.
Kristen 1 month ago
Really? There is absolutely zero evidence that they're separated. OMG William did something without his wife! Yeah, so what? It's unhealthy for couples to do EVERYTHING together. They seem very happy whenever they are together. These rumors are disgusting. BTW, Catherine hasn't been Middleton for nearly 15 years and she's never like the nickname Kate. She has always preferred being called by her actual name - Catherine. Calling her by a dead name is inconsiderate. She is Catherine, Princess of Wales. Are you still going to call her by a dead name when she's queen?
Serena Myers 1 month ago (edited)
The media seem to be fixated on calling the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton. One press release started, and the other media followed like sheep. Not an original thought in their tiny brains. Catherine, Princess of Wales, married to William, the Prince of Wales, who will access the throne when King Charles meets his maker, when she will become Queen Consort and William will become King. I'd like to see the media making a hash of "Queen Kate Middleton, the Queen Consort" and I might live to see it, as the King is older than me. Let's hope not. One Queen and two Kings in a lifetime? Older than I am, before the pedants start!
Load More Replies... persephone134 1 month ago (edited)
Pictures of a father with two of his three children. His wife and child no. 3 are not with them. OMG, the marriage must be on the rocks. Because of course.
Luis Hernandez Dauajare 1 month ago
Why do all conspiracy videos look like they have been recorded with a shoe?
Bianca 1 month ago
You know, she is married to Prince William since 2011. So, she is now HRH Catherine, Princess of Wales. But perhaps this flew somehow over your head, or you are just doing this in mean spirit. Throwing shade... Sugar much, huh
Kristen 1 month ago
Sugars just love to denigrate the future Queen and current Princess of Wales, but love to shower unearned titles on the gruesome twosome who only use them for narcissistic, grifting purposes.
Load More Replies... Rebecca Joan 1 month ago
As an American, I say who cares. But I thought there was some sort of rule about heirs not being able to travel together, so I don’t know why the older son and his dad are traveling together. But whatever. It’s not like he’s the first one in his family who’d get divorced.
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