Prince William reportedly put on a brave face when meeting Kate Middleton’s former boyfriend. Royal insider sources claim that the meeting was highly uncomfortable for the Prince.
Despite the tension, William managed to keep his composure in public. However, behind the scenes, witnesses say he wanted to escape the situation immediately. The awkward encounter occurred during a high-profile royal gathering where both men were present.
Prince William ‘couldn’t get away from Kate’s ex Rupert Finch fast enough’ at royal wedding, per source
According to a report by the National Examiner, Prince William faced an incredibly awkward moment on his own wedding day. The source claims that Kate Middleton’s university ex-boyfriend, Rupert Finch, was on the guest list.
While Prince William tried to remain polite, observers noticed his deep discomfort. A source told the National Examiner that William “couldn’t get away from Kate’s ex Rupert Finch fast enough” during the reception.
Middleton and Finch dated for less than a year while studying at the University of St Andrews. They split up before Middleton and Prince William began their romance. Even though the breakup happened years ago, meeting an ex at a wedding is always difficult. For a future king, it was even harder.
The reports that William “put on a good show” for the cameras. He smiled and exchanged quick pleasantries. But his body language told a completely different story. The Prince looked eager to end the conversation and move to another part of the room.
Royal experts note that inviting exes to weddings is actually a common tradition for the British royal family. Both William and Kate invited several of their former partners to Westminster Abbey. Despite the tradition, the actual face-to-face meetings can cause sudden social anxiety.
Ultimately, William handled the situation like a professional royal. He did not let the brief moment ruin his special day. The prince quickly returned to his new bride, leaving the awkward chat far behind him.
Originally reported by Samridhi Goel on RealityTea.
