While King Charles is often seen as the picture of royal propriety, there was a time when he showed off his playful side in spectacular fashion. It was 45 years ago this past week when The King—then known as the Prince of Wales—pulled off one of the most memorable royal pranks to date.
The setting? The prestigious Swiss ski resort of Klosters, where the Royal Family has long enjoyed their winter getaways. They've maintained a gentleman's agreement with the press for years—one official photo call in exchange for privacy during their getaway. But in January 1980, Charles decided to turn this routine photo opp into an unforgettably hilarious moment.
