Prince William and Kate Middleton on a Quiet Mission to Prepare Prince George for Future Role
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s firstborn, Prince George, is receiving no special treatment despite being the heir to the British throne, thanks to his parents' conscious efforts. The Prince and Princess of Wales are raising their three kids as far from the media and palace life as possible, unlike the experience William and his brother, Prince Harry, had in their childhood. While they have to prepare George for his future role, they are taking a gradual approach by slowly introducing him to the life that awaits him.
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Members of the royal family inevitably face several challenges and media scrutiny while living in the public eye. Reflecting on the same, an insider told Royal Insider, “William and Kate are focused on giving George a happy, down‑to‑earth upbringing.” They further added, “While gradually helping him understand the role that awaits him.” The couple has reportedly made it a priority to spend as much family time as possible with their children, despite their royal duties. As a part of this effort, they relocated to Windsor in 2022 and moved into the Adelaide Cottage, where the Prince and Princess would be in charge of their kids’ school runs and schedules. A close confidant of Middleton said, “Because of her upbringing, she really values carving out family time and making sure it stays a priority.” Their primary goal has always been to raise their children away from palace life and provide them with a childhood similar to the one Middleton experienced. Meanwhile, the Princess of Wales is determined to instill in them the values she grew up with, while also helping George understand the significance of his future role.
Royal biographer Robert Hardman commented on the life of the future heir, stating, “With George, there’s a sense that the priority is that he and his siblings are not put off this. That it’s not scary, that it’s something they understand.” According to The Mirror, royal expert Jennie Bond noted the changes in George’s demeanor during public appearances over the years and said, “He tends to look rather serious when he’s ‘on parade’ these days. And who can blame him? It is an extraordinary prospect to know that one day you will be taking on the huge role that you are now watching your grandfather perform.” The expert believes George feels a sense of responsibility during such high-profile events, in contrast to his behavior at casual outings. The expert opined, “But he’s not, by any means, always a serious little chap," she added. "When he’s with his dad at a football match, or fooling around with his siblings and his father, he has a wonderful smile on his face, and seems happy and relaxed.”
As well as his parents' efforts, Prince George's personality is also strongly shaped by his grandparents, who remain a constant presence in his life. A family friend shared that the future heir often spends quality time with Middleton’s parents, living the normal life that his parents envisioned for him. Sources have confirmed that the young prince is expected to take on the official royal duties in his twenties, with his parents currently prioritizing his schooling.