Prince William is showcasing his commitment to his wife Kate Middleton by sporting a new rugged beard, a look that has sparked analysis and praise. The Prince of Wales, who debuted the beard alongside Kate while celebrating Team GB’s success at the Paris Olympics 2024, displayed gestures of love and dedication, according to body language expert Judi James.
James observed that Kate took the lead during their appearance, reminiscent of her pre-illness demeanor. “It looks even more telling that it is Kate who takes the lead in this clip, just as she often used to before her illness,” James said. “She speaks first and uses animated, emphatic gesticulation to send out the stronger message of pride in Team GB.”
James highlighted Kate’s warm and confident demeanor, noting, “Kate rewards us with her signature, symmetric smile here that suggests warm, regal pride in the team while William’s clamped lips and puckered smile also hints at pride in his wife as she steps into the lead again here.”
James also interpreted William’s new look as a meaningful gesture. “William’s rugged beard looks like a poignant nod to the last time he was seen sporting one, which was back in 2008 when he was celebrating being reunited with Kate after their four-month break-up,” she explained.
She further commented on the significance of the beard, noting that William’s decision to keep his head hair shorter while growing out his beard suggests a deeper focus on family time. “He seems to have shaved his head hair shorter but more than compensated with his beard, which also signals the fact that he has been taking his family time really seriously and dedicating himself totally to time off with his wife and children,” James concluded. William’s new beard is not just a style change, but a symbol of his ongoing devotion to Kate and their family, reflecting the strong bond they continue to share.