Prince William and King Charles have solidified their relationship in recent years, navigating challenges such as the deaths of the Queen and Prince Philip, as well as tensions with Prince Harry.
However, there was a period when their relationship was strained, as noted by royal expert Robert Lacey. During this time, Queen Camilla confided to her friends and family about the difficulties she faced with her stepson’s temper.
In an article for the Daily Mail, Lacey stated that: “In the years following her 2005 marriage to Prince Charles, William’s new stepmother confided her surprise to her family and to her close friends at this unexpected side to Prince Charming — ‘the boy’s got a temper!’“Camilla had been horrified by the ranting and raving that William could unleash on occasions against her husband — letting rip with no apparent inhibition in her presence. The rows had been earth-shattering, by her account, with William doing the shouting and Charles submitting meekly.”
Lacey further claimed: “In William’s kingdom, everything had to be perfect — and if his father has failed in some way to live up to his elder son’s elevated view of what being royal entails, the young man would release his fury.”
Undoubtedly, the bond between them has strengthened, as reflected in their recent public interactions. A notable example occurred during the King’s coronation, when William pledged his allegiance to his father and then kissed him on the cheek.
Commentators observed the emotional significance of the moment, highlighting the tender connection between father and son.
