“Instead of touching, though, we can see the fingers of William’s right hand slightly curled so that his index finger touches his thumb, hinting at a self-soothe ritual,” James added, suggesting a sign of internal strain.
A Three-Word Warning on the Red Carpet
James also observed what she described as “some anxiety” in the Prince of Wales, particularly in a moment “where his lips [were] pulled inward and his brows pulled into a small frown.”
Despite the pressure, William appeared attentive to his wife’s safety. As the couple made their way into the gala, he reportedly offered Kate a brief but direct caution: “watch your step.”
According to Express, the Princess of Wales did not visibly respond to the remark.
Though the Royal Family remains publicly composed, subtle gestures and brief comments suggest the weight of recent events is being keenly felt behind palace doors.
