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News and Updates for Prince William

Read all the latest updates & news about Prince William from Vanity Fair.

William, Prince of Wales, is the heir to the British throne. The son of King Charles III and the late Princess Diana, he studied at Eton College before becoming an undergraduate at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. The subject of huge media interest, the shy prince was once considered “the most eligible bachelor in the world.”

While at University he met his wife Kate Middleton, now Catherine, Princess of Wales. They were married at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011. Prince William and Catherine have three children: Prince George (born 2013), Princess Charlotte (born 2015), and Prince Louis (born 2018). With William’s brother, Prince Harry, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, resigning as working royals in 2020, and the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022, Prince William and his family have become the main face of the royal family.

After a career as an air ambulance pilot, Prince William became a full-time working royal. William is patron of over 30 charitable and military organizations and has particularly focused his effort on ending homelessness, inspired by the work of his mother, Princess Diana. He is also deeply involved in combating global warming. In 2020, Prince William and broadcaster David Attenborough launched the Earthshot Prize, which is awarded yearly to five individuals or organizations who create impactful solutions to address environmental challenges.

Prince William, Princess Catherine, and their children reside in Adelaide Cottage in Windsor. Their offices are at Kensington Palace in London.

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Prince William and Kate Middleton Have Been “Derailed” by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Decision to Return to the UK

Sources tell Vanity Fair that the Prince and Princess of Wales had no idea Harry and Meghan were coming back and had already enrolled Archie and Lili in a private prep school.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Might Be Moving to One of England’s Best-Known Celebrity Enclaves

Reports in the British press claim that the Sussexes will be joining celebrities including Ellen DeGeneres, Kate Moss, and the Beckhams in the serene Cotswolds region. They’ll also be close to Highgrove, the longtime country estate of King Charles III.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Are Moving Back to the UK. Prince William and Kate Middleton Are “Concerned.”

When Prince Harry and Meghan return to the UK, they’ll maintain their status as private individuals and nonworking members of the royal family. But a source tells Vanity Fair that Prince William is worried that could change.
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Ahead of Prince George’s Arrival, There's a New Rule at Eton

Much like when his father and uncle, Prince William and Prince Harry, attended Eton College, a new privacy measure will be taken at the school.
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The Remote, Idyllic Island Where Prince William and Kate Middleton Love to Relax

Prince William and Kate Middleton have become regular visitors to the Caribbean island of Mustique for their vacations.
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Kate Middleton and Prince William Could Use a “Gentleman’s Agreement” to Protect Prince George at Eton

With Prince George's first day at Eton approaching, the Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly considering reviving the press truce that protected the early days of their own romance.
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Kate Middleton Dons Sentimental Jewels For Scottish Outing

The Princess of Wales wore earrings that honored Queen Elizabeth II and a necklace that nodded to her three children.
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Kate Middleton and Prince William Take Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis On Their First Official Visit to Scotland

Kate Middleton and Prince William took their children to see the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow Saturday, marking the first official visit to Scotland for their full family.
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Prince William and Kate Middleton Release Their Summer Adventure Photos

The Prince and Princess of Wales shared an Instagram carousel, including highlights from family travels with George, Charlotte, and Louis.
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Prince George Is Getting a “Low-Key Party” (but No iPhone) for His 13th Birthday, Sources Tell VF

Prince William and Kate Middleton are keeping their elder prince off social media as he prepares to fly the coop.
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2026 World Cup, England vs. Argentina: The Match That Melds Soccer and the Royal Family

From Queen Elizabeth II, a key figure in the historic 1966 victory, to Prince William, a passionate fan and patron of the Football Association, the World Cup sets royal hearts ablaze.
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Kate Middleton Thrills Fans With Polo Match Appearance

The Princess of Wales delighted spectators—and Prince William—when she appeared at the Royal Charity Polo Cup 2026
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Prince William Only Had to “Press a Button” to Get Ice Cream at Buckingham Palace

In an interview with Heart Bingo Online, Darren McGrady, former head chef to Queen Elizabeth II, discussed the shared sweet tooth of the queen and her grandson, as well as Prince William’s favorite ice cream flavor.
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Princess Margaret Was a Princess. She Was Also, Apparently, a Terrible Neighbor

And her greatest pet peeve? Princess Diana.
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Inside Princess Diana’s Would-Be Malibu Mansion

As she evolved from British royal to global celebrity, was Princess Diana planning a move to Los Angeles to begin a “new life” with Dodi al-Fayed?
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A History of the Most Fabulous Royal Engagement Rings, From Princess Diana’s Trendsetting Sapphire to Grace Kelly’s 10-Carat Sparkler

Royal marriages were once brokered through ambassadors and diplomats, but now, the promise of a lifetime together can come with rare gems, colorful stones, and family heirlooms galore.
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Kate Middleton Shares a Hug With Prince William at the Three Peaks Finish Line

The Princess of Wales celebrated the completion of the National Three Peaks Challenge with a series of previously unseen photos, including a group picture with the Middleton family.
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Charles and Diana, Lauren and Jeff Bezos: The Most Expensive Celebrity Weddings in History

While Taylor Swift's wedding might break all records for opulence, other celebrity weddings have already made history for their extravagance. Here are the most expensive celebrity weddings ever held.
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Kate Middleton Greets Fans—and Works the Ticket Window—at Wimbledon

The future queen of England stamped tickets at the storied tennis tournament Thursday, smartly clad in a blue linen suit.