When you are Prince, you have a strict protocol to respect. Well not for Prince William who got rid of it on July 31st. During the final of the Women’s Football Euro, which took place inside Wembley Stadium, Kate Middleton’s husband forgot his status and british crown protocol that goes with. Came to support the “Lionesses” team, the one who fell out with Harry following a comparison with Lady Di then congratulated them at the end of the match, covering them with medals and in passing, by indulging to hugs.
A behavior that may seem innocuous but which violates the protocol, as Grant Harrold, former royal butler, explained to the magazine OK!. “Historically, there was a rule with members of the royal family that you could look but not touch. If you met a member of the royal family, you could look at him and if he offered you a handshake, you had to accept it”. clarified the butler. This rule makes it possible to distance the relationship between the royal family and the people, but also to ensure the safety of the family during public appearances.
“Sensational. An incredible win for the @lionesses, the nation couldn’t be more proud of you. Wonderful to see history being made tonight at Wembley, congratulations!”, The Prince then exclaimed via an Instagram post posted on the royal family’s account. Prince William is so proud that he forgets everything. Or maybe it’s just time to revisit the aging British crown protocol…
Antoine FM
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