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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Amy Mackelden

Why Prince William Was "Very Concerned" Princess Kate "Would Be Completely Overawed" by His Lifestyle, According to a Former Royal Courtier

Kate Middleton and Prince William announce their engagement in the State Rooms of St James's Palace on November 16, 2010.

Having met while studying at The University of St Andrews in Scotland, Princess Kate and Prince William began a relationship. After several years, the couple tied the knot in a fairytale royal wedding on April 29, 2011. But according to a former royal courtier, Prince William was initially "concerned" that Princess Kate wouldn't be able to adjust to his royal lifestyle.

Royal expert Russell Myers's new book, William and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside Story, detailed some of the difficulties the Prince and Princess of Wales faced early in their relationship. At the beginning, William reportedly attempted to shield Kate from some elements of royal life.

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