Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly “give as good as they get” if “their disagreement results in raised voices”, a royal expert has claimed.
The pair, who have been married since 2011 and together publicly since 2004, are known for their solid relationship, but one expert has alleged that they have their disagreements just like every other couple.
Writing in his 2022 book, William at 40: The Making of a Modern Monarch, Robert Jobson alleged that although the pair are very loved-up and make a strong partnership, they approach disagreements differently.
According to the royal expert, a royal aide claimed that the Prince of Wales, 41, could “be a bit of a shouter”, though Kate, also 41, has a “major calming” effect on him and any disagreements they have quickly blow over.
He wrote: “He [William] can be a bit of a shouter when he loses it. It's fair to say the Duke and Duchess give as good as they get if their disagreement results in raised voices. But they know each other so well, it usually blows over quickly – and she is, on the whole, a major calming influence on him.”
Robert also explained how William’s relationship with Kate has helped give the Prince “confidence”, with the pair finding happiness in each other’s accomplishments.
They've got a solid relationship and she gives him confidence. There is no jealousy, no friction – they are happy for each other's successes,” he added.
While the couple’s relationship may be “solid”, their roles within the Royal Family mean that they must follow royal protocols when completing engagements. However, that being said, they aren’t afraid of finding unique ways to express their affection for one another when in public.
Speaking to The Mirror, body language expert Darren Stanton delved into the intricacies of the Prince and Princess of Wales’ long love story and revealed that a combination of “humour”, “playfulness” and “mischievousness” set them apart from other royals.
In addition to praising the couple, who share three children together, for their open and honest body language, Darren explained that they were in tune with one another on an emotional level.
“An important thing I have seen over the years is that both their levels of confidence and independence - in public and private - has really developed,” he said.
“We have never seen senior members of the Royal family be so affectionate with one another in the public eye.”
