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- Prince William demands to be called single title and nothing else amid Royal Family tensions (irishstar.com)
Royal Rift Continues: Prince William’s Alleged Behavior Fuels Speculation
The ongoing saga of Prince Harry and the Royal Family continues to grip public attention, with whispers of a potential reconciliation between Harry and King Charles met with lingering resentment from the British public. Royal experts suggest this tension may persist as long as the Palace desires.
A September meeting between Harry and his father is rumored, hinting at a potential thaw in their relationship. However, any hopes for a swift reunion with Prince William appear premature.
Royal photographer Ian Pelham Turner, who worked at the Palace during the era of Princess Diana and then-Prince Charles, claims that Prince William has been exhibiting “aggressive” behavior towards staff, demanding to be addressed as “sir.” This has led Pelham Turner to speculate that “something’s going on with William.”
In a recent interview, Pelham Turner, now a television personality with extensive knowledge of the Royal Family’s inner workings, shared insights gleaned from his connections within the Palace. He revealed growing complaints from staff members regarding Prince William’s conduct.
Behind the polished public persona, a different picture of Prince William is emerging. While fulfilling his royal duties, William projects an image of composure.
However, behind the scenes, sources suggest a more demanding and less affable prince. Pelham Turner stated that “more and more allegations” are surfacing about William’s behavior towards staff.
He recounted an anecdote from a volunteer for one of William’s charities who described being constantly pressured by the Prince about fundraising totals.
Pelham Turner also noted a distinct shift in William’s demeanor. While more relaxed in his younger years, William, now in his forties and closer to the throne, has reportedly become more rigid and formal, insisting on being addressed as “sir.” This contrasts with earlier times when he and Harry were comfortable being addressed by their first names.
Adding another layer to the ongoing drama, recent private talks in London between representatives of Harry and King Charles, seen as a first step towards mending the fractured relationship between the Sussexes and the Royal Family, notably excluded any representation from Prince William’s camp. Pelham Turner found this absence significant, suggesting it was a deliberate message to William. A photograph of Harry and Charles’ representatives on a restaurant balcony was, in Pelham Turner’s view, a clear signal to William that reconciliation efforts are progressing, with or without his participation.