Hey there, royal watchers! If you’ve been following the lives of Kate Middleton and Prince William, you might have noticed something a little curious. Despite their undeniable love for one another, they rarely engage in public displays of affection (PDA). Over the past six years of their marriage, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have often refrained from even holding hands in public appearances. This has naturally sparked a lot of curiosity among fans, who wonder why they maintain such a reserved demeanor around each other.
Why Kate and William Keep It Professional
Well, here’s the scoop: it’s not about them not being affectionate—it’s all about professionalism. A royal etiquette expert weighed in on the matter, explaining that there’s actually no strict rule in royal protocol that prohibits PDA. However, when they’re representing the British Monarchy, like during their tour of India, they’re essentially on the clock. As representatives of the Crown, their primary focus is professionalism. “The couple are likely to show very little PDA, if any, to remain professional during their designated roles abroad,” Myka Meier recently told [People](https://www.people.com/people/package/article/0,,2039522221000950,00.html).
William and Kate visiting the Taj Mahal in 2016.
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Formal Events Call for Formal Behavior
Let’s take a moment to think about the nature of their engagements. Imagine being at a place as iconic and historically significant as the Taj Mahal. It’s not exactly the setting for hand-holding or romantic gestures. Longtime royals writer Judy Wade explained it perfectly: “Going to somewhere like the Taj Mahal is very much an official, straight-laced kind of event, and you wouldn’t hold hands there if they’re there on an official visit.” However, it’s worth noting that the couple does let loose during more casual events. Wade observed that during sporty occasions on their tour, they were much more relaxed, with William even putting his arm around Kate. It’s all about adapting their behavior to the type of event they’re attending.
Harry and Meghan’s More Relaxed Approach
While William and Kate prefer to keep things professional, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle don’t seem to mind a little PDA. At the 2017 Invictus Games, the couple—who had been dating for just over a year—were seen canoodling courtside at a wheelchair tennis event and even holding hands. It was a cute moment that had fans melting. Perhaps William and Kate could take a cue from Harry and Meghan and give fans a little more PDA in the future. Who knows? They might surprise us yet!
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