Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly remain unfazed by the Sussexes’ return to the UK, choosing instead to focus on their own royal duties. According to royal author Russell Myers, the Prince and Princess of Wales are prioritizing their work and making a point of attending public engagements together. However, an insider suggested that the couple’s increased joint appearances are no coincidence.
Prince William and Kate Middleton don’t view life as ‘competition’ with Sussexes, per author
Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly do not view their lives as a “competition” with the Sussexes, according to royal author Russell Myers. Speaking to Vanity Fair, the author of “William & Catherine: The Intimate Inside Story” explained that the Prince and Princess of Wales are not concerned with maintaining a rivalry with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
“They don’t see life as a competition with the Sussexes,” he said. Myers added that Harry and Meghan are “doing their thing,” while William and Kate are focused on their own responsibilities.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have reportedly had a busy few weeks, from making a red-carpet appearance alongside Tom Cruise to visiting Belfast. Sources also claim that Kate will accompany William to India next month for the sixth Earthshot Prize awards ceremony in Mumbai, although Kensington Palace has reportedly yet to confirm her attendance.
According to Myers, the potential joint appearance marks a significant moment, as the couple has missed supporting each other “in public.” The palace and the Foreign Office are also reportedly planning official engagements during the visit, underscoring the couple’s “soft-power roles.”
Meanwhile, an insider suggested that William and Kate want to ensure their royal duties remain “very clearly separate” from Harry and Meghan’s activities. “They are making their presence felt,” the source said. Kate is also reportedly growing more comfortable with returning to the spotlight and taking on a more visible public role.
However, another palace insider offered a different perspective, claiming that the Sussexes’ sudden move had “derailed” William and Kate. “William is still pretty furious about the whole thing,” the source said. The insider further claimed that William has had no contact with his brother and does not want Harry’s name mentioned in his presence.
Despite the reported tensions, the couple appears to be refocusing on their public responsibilities. “You will be seeing a lot more of them together,” the insider added, suggesting that William and Kate may make more joint appearances in the coming months.
