Royal Fans are Warming to a New Couple Who Have the Same Playful Humor as William and Kate
Prince William and Kate Middleton are considered the ultimate royal power couple, having been through thick and thin for over 25 years. However, body language expert Darren Stanton believes another royal duo matches the Waleses' warmth and sense of humor, all while being head over heels for each other. According to him, Mike Tindall and Zara Tindall are winning hearts with their banter, trust, and easy chemistry, captivating the public with their refreshingly light-hearted presence at events.
Speaking to Marie Claire, Stanton opined that Mike and Zara had a 'really natural rapport and a deep connection.' He said, "Mike and Zara are very similar to William and Kate. I can tell there is a lot of humor, banter, and sarcasm. They don't take themselves too seriously and always appear to have a laugh with each other." Zara, who's a professional equestrian, like her mother, Princess Anne, is frequently seen attending horse events with her former rugby player husband. Stanton continued, "We often see them putting on a strong front wherever they go, but they never fail to have fun."
The Tindalls, who are parents to three children, have been married since 2011, and first met at the Manly Wharf Pub in Sydney during the 2003 Rugby World Cup. Weighing in on their increased presence in recent years, the body language expert revealed, "I think the public are intrigued by Mike and Zara—and that is purely down to how they come across during events and engagements." He added, "They really enjoy each other's company, and there's a strong level of trust between them. You can tell they treat each other well and stick up for each other when times get hard."
Mike and Zara are not only known for their rock-solid marriage but also for their close relationship with the Prince and Princess of Wales. According to the Daily Express, a source said of their enduring bond, "Mike's become a key figure in William's world and someone he can always rely on. ... He's proven how loyal he is and Wills knows Mike has his back. He's so grateful to have him by his side." Moreover, the former rugby player has also become the cool uncle to William and Middleton's three children, especially to Prince George, after Prince Harry stepped down as a senior royal in 2020 and moved to California.
Previously, Stanton has also described the beautiful relationship Mike has with George in Harry's absence. He opined, "While it's clear from George's reaction that he's trying to play it cool, you can see he and his 'uncle' have a very fun dynamic between them." The Tindall children, Mia, Lena, and Lucas, are very close in age to the Wales children, George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. Royal watchers often note that their interactions are fun and infectious at events from Christmas at Sandringham to Trooping the Color, mirroring the bond their parents have with each other.