Royal enthusiasts are abuzz with excitement following Prince William’s recent appearance featuring a bold new look. In a video shared earlier this month, the Prince of Wales was seen alongside his wife, Kate Middleton, congratulating the Team GB athletes for their remarkable performances at the Olympics in Paris.
Kate offered her congratulations to the athletes, stating, “From all of us watching at home, congratulations to Team GB,” to which William added, “Well done on all you’ve achieved, you’ve been an inspiration to us all.” However, it was not the congratulatory message that captured the public’s attention, but rather William’s striking new beard.
Social media users quickly took notice of William’s new look, with one user, Flynn West, remarking, “I’m sorry, since when has Prince William been in his glow-up era? Please tell me it’s not just me, or does he look handsome?” This sentiment was echoed by many, with several comments praising William’s new appearance. One person simply stated, “He’s hot,” while another described him as “so hot.” A third commented, “Handsome future king,” and a fourth remarked, “What a tan and a beard can do,” adding a heart-eyes emoji for emphasis.
Despite the positive reactions, some observers pointed out that William had previously sported facial hair. One comment noted, “He’s already had a beard,” while another observed, “He looks like my dad.” Not everyone was impressed, with some viewers expressing skepticism. One individual suggested, “Think you need to make an appointment at specsavers and get your eyes tested,” while another simply stated, “It’s just you.”
In addition to comments about William’s appearance, some viewers also noticed that Kate was wearing a jumper similar to one she had worn when she announced her cancer diagnosis earlier in the year. In a video from March, Kate had shared that she had been diagnosed with cancer following abdominal surgery in January. She described the situation as a significant shock and explained that she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy as advised by her medical team. The Princess and William had been managing the news privately to protect their family.