As Lieutenant Colonel Johnny Thompson Exits His Public-Facing Role, Royal Events Just Got a Whole Lot Less Handsome

Lieutenant Colonel Johnny Thompson.

If you heard that crashing sound just now, it’s the sound of hearts breaking all over the world as news emerges that Lieutenant Colonel Johnny Thompson—who became an internet sensation during the Coronation because he is, um, well, very good looking—didn’t like all of the attention leveled his way and, as such, is stepping out of a public-facing role to go more below the radar at the Palace.

Thompson, seen here in uniform, has become a viral fan favorite (Image credit: Getty Images)