Prince William Channels Kate’s Playbook as Man Shouts ‘I Love You, Bro’ Outside Pub — Watch
A two-word shout from an excited fan prompted a response from Prince William that nobody saw coming.
Prince William's latest royal outing focused on tackling loneliness and strengthening community ties. But it was an unexpected interaction with a member of the public that ended up stealing the spotlight. William was visiting The Prince of Peckham Pub in London on Tuesday, June 3, to learn more about initiatives supporting one’s mental wellbeing, which he has been a huge advocate for, while meeting locals and community leaders before bidding adieu to cheering crowds.
As per People, William had one particularly memorable exchange as he left the venue. A video shared on TikTok by an account by the name of MyRoyalNews showcased the heir to the throne waving from the back of a chauffeured car. That’s when a young man called out: "I love you, bro!" When nothing happened, the fan said the same phrase out loud again. The second call finally got William's attention. The future King instantly stuck his arm out of the car window and shook the man's hand warmly as the Land Rover slowed to a stop. He delightfully said, "Thanks! Bye, guys," as the crowd continued cheering. The sudden moment left one excited onlooker exclaiming: "I can't believe it!!” At the same time, even a nearby security officer was spotted laughing at the exchange. Watch the video here!
Clement Ogbonnaya, founder of The Prince of Peckham Pub, hosted Prince William. He was recognized in King Charles's 2026 New Year's Honours List for his contributions to the local community. During the engagement, the Prince got an insight into the pub's weekly "Chatty Patty" initiative. Under this, the pub offers free tea and conversation to people seeking companionship and social interaction. He also met individuals who are a part of the program and heard firsthand how community support can help reduce isolation and improve well-being.
Several other heartfelt moments became part of the royal outing. The outlet also revealed how William received a big hug from a young girl when it was time to click group photos. He also spent his time sharing a laugh and chatting with different visitors in groups. His goal to combat loneliness goes hand in hand with his long-standing work in the mental health sector. He has consistently laid emphasis on building stronger local connections and encouraging open conversation about one’s mental well-being. Spontaneous moments like this aren’t unusual within the wider royal family either. The Princess of Wales is also known for similar off-script moments herself, including a time in South Wales when she surprised a young girl by jumping out of her convoy to say hello.
Before leaving, the Prince even tried his hand at handling things behind the bar. In a post later shared on his official Instagram account, William was seen pouring a pint while joking about the pressure of getting it right. He candidly admitted, "It's a lot of pressure," during the attempt. After completing the task, he also judged his own handiwork and concluded it was "Not bad." He then added, "I'd say it's pretty good.” Later, he exchanged a celebratory high-five with Ogbonnaya as onlookers ended up clapping.
