A life full of challenges
Last Friday, June 21, Prince William of Wales celebrated his 42nd birthday amid a storm of scandals and illnesses that surround the British Royal Family. Far from being a day of celebration, the date marked one of the darkest moments in the life of the heir to the throne, as his role as a father continues to be questioned.
The bravery of Kate Middleton
Kate Middleton, visibly affected by her fight against cancer, made a brave public appearance on June 15 at the Trooping the Color ceremony. Accompanied by her husband and children, the princess showed a firm appearance, but official sources confirmed that she is “not yet out of danger”. This situation has left Kate in an even more complicated position, trying to fulfill her public and motherly duties while facing grueling chemotherapy treatment.
The maternal buit
Throughout her life, Kate has been the main pillar for her three children: George, Charlotte and Louis. However, the fragility of his health has prevented him from continuing to exercise this role to the full. This maternal void has been filled by a team of caregivers, who have taken on the task of looking after the little ones, while Guillem seems to be more absent than ever.
Prince William, a part-time father
In the midst of the family crisis, Guillem has had to assume more real responsibilities, representing his father, King Charles III, also affected by cancer after an operation on the prostate. However, these obligations have further distanced Guillem from his children, becoming a “father at times”. While the prince devotes himself to his royal duties, his children are left under the care of nannies, a situation that has generated criticism and concern in the British public.
The public image of the royal family
Kate’s recent social media post, a touching image of William hugging his children with his back to the sea, has been seen by many as a desperate attempt to maintain a facade of family unity. Body language expert Judi James points out that this image shows a Guillem determined to create a more fun and less formal life for his children, in stark contrast to his own parenting. However, these aspirations seem to collide with the harsh reality: the prince is not present in the day-to-day life of his children.
The new reality of the royal family
The life of the royal family is full of challenges and expectations, but recent circumstances have highlighted the internal struggle to maintain a semblance of normality. Kate, who has always been the central mother figure, now relies on outside help to care for her children. Meanwhile, Guillem’s public image as a committed father fades, leaving a trail of doubts about his ability to fulfill his personal and royal roles simultaneously. The British people, always attentive to the movements of their royal family, observe with concern how this personal crisis could affect the stability and perception of the British Crown.