Prince William and Kate Middleton fell in love while they were both students at the University of St Andrews in Scotland, but they almost never crossed paths

"Prince William is dedicated to duty, as imbued in him by Queen Elizabeth II, who tutored him every Sunday regarding his royal duties," royal expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital. "He's also under huge generational pressure since the increasing public popularity of the monarchy ranks highest for both him and Princess Catherine."

Prince William and Kate Middleton really play in the big leagues, unlike Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. A recent report revealed how well their respective non-profit organisations did in the funds department in 2024.

Kate Middleton, who is celebrating her 43rd birthday on Jan. 9, has proven herself to be the shiniest jewel of the British monarchy. The princess is married to Prince William, heir to the throne.

Prince William aims to strengthen the royal family amid recent scandals and health challenges. As King Charles' slimmed-down monarchy faces setbacks, William may seek support from less traditional relatives to engage public interest and unite the family.