Prince William is reportedly receiving guidance from his wife, Kate Middleton, in an effort to mend his relationship with Prince Harry. The Prince of Wales recently sent a surprise birthday message to his brother on Harry’s 40th birthday, a gesture believed to be influenced by Kate’s advice.
Royal expert Jennie Bond shared insights into the possible shift in William’s approach, explaining, “Landmark birthdays are often a time for taking a look at your life. This time it seems to be William who has been doing some re-evaluation.”
Writing for The Mirror, Bond expressed her belief that Kate has played a key role in this development. “My gut feeling is that Catherine was influential in this slight softening of her husband’s implacable stand,” she noted. Kate, who has recently completed chemotherapy, shared in a film about her journey and how her experience with cancer has given her a new perspective on life and family.
“What clearly matters to her more now is family, loving, and being loved. Perhaps she has persuaded William that life is too short for grudges,” Bond continued, hinting that Kate’s experience may have inspired William to reconsider his long-standing rift with Harry.
The birthday wishes posted on the main Royal Family website were also seen as a potential sign of a thaw in relations between Harry and his father, King Charles. This recent development suggests that there may be a growing opportunity for reconciliation within the royal family, with Kate’s influence playing a significant role in bridging the divide.