Prince William has officially become a billionaire. The 44-year-old heir to the British throne is now estimated to possess assets worth around $1.6 billion, making him wealthier than his father, King Charles III.

According to The Mirror, the majority of the Prince of Wales’s wealth comes from the Duchy of Cornwall, which passed to him in 2022 following Charles III’s accession to the throne. The estate provides William and his family with significant financial independence.

Recent financial reports indicate that the Prince received approximately $28.5 million in private income during the 2025–2026 financial year alone. At the same time, he paid more than $26 million in taxes.

For comparison, King Charles III’s personal fortune is currently estimated at around $850 million. As a result, the wealth of his eldest son is nearly twice the size of the monarch’s personal assets.

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Kate Middleton and Prince William have arrived in Scotland on an official visit, where they are set to meet athletes who will represent Great Britain at the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The royal couple’s first stop was the iconic The Kelpies monument in Falkirk – a striking 30-metre-high sculpture of horse heads created by Scottish sculptor Andy Scott.

«Meeting Duke and Baron», reads the caption beneath the published photograph. These were the names of the real horses that served as the inspiration for the monument.

The Prince and Princess of Wales later visited the tartan weaving studio Radical Weavers, where they met with its founders and learned more about the traditions and heritage of Scottish textile craftsmanship.

Notably, William and Catherine’s visit to Scotland coincides with Prince Harry’s stay in London, where he is currently involved in legal proceedings against the publisher of the Daily Mail.

For the trip, Kate Middleton opted for a checked coat paired with understated jewellery.

It is also worth noting that in the newly released images, the 44-year-old princess appears with her natural hair colour once again. In recent months, she had been seen in public with varying shades, occasionally featuring lighter strands, which fuelled speculation about a possible resumption of chemotherapy related to a previously diagnosed oncological condition. According to sources, Kate took note of these rumours and, in a private conversation, clarified that the changes in her appearance were simply due to her hair being lightened by the sun.

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Earlier, we reported on Prince William’s first official visit to Brazil. The heir to the British throne arrived in Rio de Janeiro to take part in the Earthshot Prize 2025 award ceremony.

During the trip, the son of King Charles III had an open and candid conversation with journalist Luciano Huck. As a father of three, he spoke about the guiding principle he follows in raising his children:

«We have decided not to hide anything from our children and to tell them both good and bad news. Otherwise, a child may feel that something is being deliberately kept from them. We explain why certain events happen and why they can be upsetting. Of course, there are many questions we cannot answer. But I believe all parents go through this. No one has ever written a textbook called «How to Be a Parent» – there is no manual with clear rules about what to say and what not to say. We have chosen to talk about everything, but in words they can understand».

The Prince also explained why he still does not allow his eldest son, George, to use a mobile phone:

«When George enters secondary school, we might give him a phone with limited internet access. We are already explaining to him why we believe this is the right decision, and I think he understands us. With full access to the Internet, children may come across things they really shouldn’t see».

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Prince William has embarked on his first official visit to Brazil. The heir to the British throne arrived in Rio de Janeiro to attend the Earthshot Prize 2025 ceremony – an environmental award established to support innovations aimed at protecting the planet.

During his five-day stay in Rio de Janeiro, the prince visited the city’s most iconic landmarks – including the Christ the Redeemer statue, where he recreated one of the legendary images of his mother, Princess Diana. It was here, in April 1991, that Lady Di took one of her most famous photographs during her official visit to Brazil.

The heir to the monarchy was also photographed on the balcony of the shrine overlooking Rio de Janeiro – the same spot where Princess Diana once stood.

Later, William attended the Earthshot Prize award ceremony held in Rio. The event gathered international stars, among them singer Kylie Minogue.

The prize, launched by the prince in 2020, annually honors the most impactful environmental initiatives dedicated to restoring nature, cleaning the oceans, combating climate change, and promoting sustainable development.

For the occasion, the 43-year-old Prince of Wales opted for an elegant velvet tuxedo by Tom Ford.

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The day before, Prince William and Princess Charlotte made a rare joint public appearance. The proud father and his daughter arrived in Basel to support the England women’s football team (the Lionesses) in the Euro 2025 final.

In the stands, the future King of the United Kingdom sat next to UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin.

 

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Later, they were joined by 19-year-old Spanish heir to the throne, Leonor, and her younger sister, 18-year-old Infanta Sofía, who came to cheer for the Spanish team.

 

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In the end, the British team claimed the championship title.

«What a match! Lionesses, you are European champions, and we’re all so proud of the entire team. Enjoy this moment, England. W. and Charlotte», read a statement released by Kensington Palace on behalf of William and his daughter.

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On April 29, 2011, British Prince William and his beloved Kate Middleton officially became husband and wife. The couple chose to celebrate their agate wedding anniversary (14 years) on the Scottish Isle of Mull.

This trip was nostalgic for William and Kate, as they had visited the island during their student years, two decades ago. They vacationed there in 2005 after their final university exams.

Together with a group of friends, they rented the «Victoria» cottage on Breadalbane Street in Tobermory. The 22-year-old William and 23-year-old Kate spent four days in the rented house overlooking the harbor before returning to university for their graduation ceremony in June.

The Isle of Mull, the fourth-largest in Scotland, has around 3,000 residents and is known for its tourism, agriculture, and fishing.

The Prince and Princess of Wales appeared in coordinated outfits: light blue button-down shirts, blazers, and jeans, reflecting their relaxed yet elegant style.

They visited a local community center, a crafts market, and even tried their hand at using a nail gun.

Additionally, the couple toured a playground and met with several local families. Later, they visited a farm.

«How wonderful it is to return to the Isle of Mull. Thank you all for such a warm welcome,» said the Prince and Princess of Wales.

As a reminder, Prince William and Kate Middleton are raising three children: Prince George (11), Princess Charlotte (9), and Prince Louis, who recently turned 7.

This visit to Scotland was their first joint public appearance after spending several weeks with family. The couple had stepped back from public engagements to celebrate Easter with their children and Kate’s family in Norfolk.

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The day before, Prince William arrived in Estonia to support British troops during an operational mission aimed at protecting the Baltic state, as the threat of an attack from Russia remains possible.

At the Estonian training ground, he was given a tour of the Tapa base and shown the Warrior armored vehicle, the French Griffon combat vehicle, multiple rocket launcher systems, and the mobile artillery system Archer.

Later, the Prince of Wales himself had the opportunity to ride in a Challenger 2 battle tank. Peering out from the armored vehicle, the future monarch signaled Britain’s determination to deter any attack from the aggressor country.

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Kate Middleton and Prince William visited Cardiff to attend an important sporting event. The Principality Stadium hosted the final rugby match between England and Wales.

The royal couple supported different teams, as Prince William has been the patron of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) since 2016, while Princess Kate became the patron of the Rugby Football League (RFL) in 2022, taking over from Prince Harry.

Before the match, they met with injured players supported by the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust.

The game ended with England’s victory, with a score of 68:14.

For the trip, they chose dark-toned outfits.

Kate Middleton wore a cashmere turtleneck sweater paired with a double-breasted Alexander McQueen coat adorned with gold buttons. She completed her look with suede heeled boots from Gianvito Rossi, a Grace Han handbag, and Shyla pearl earrings worth around $100.

Prince William wore a wool coat, under which a white shirt and a red tie were visible.

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The future Queen of the United Kingdom, Kate Middleton, wants Prince William to mend his relationship with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, especially after the emotional year of 2024 for the monarchy, according to Mirror.

Perhaps her perspective was influenced by health challenges she faced last year. Recently, she announced that her illness is in remission, prompting her to reflect on the importance of family ties.

An insider shared the following:

«She realized that life is too short to hold onto grudges.»

This sentiment seems to resonate within the royal family, as they consider putting an end to their long-standing feud with the Sussexes. However, despite these positive signs, the road to reconciliation is fraught with difficulties. After documentaries, interviews, and books where the younger son of the British monarch and his wife Meghan Markle criticized several members of the royal family, many felt deeply hurt.

Nevertheless, Kate Middleton is determined to take «small steps» to resolve the conflict.

 «This wall of silence could last a long time. But after everything she went through last year, Kate clearly understands how precious life is,» the insider added.

According to media reports, the Prince and Princess of Wales recently applied to register a trademark to launch their charity, the Royal Foundation, in the United States. Kate believes that this foundation could be a good way to unite both families.

It is worth noting that relations between Harry and his family have been strained since he and Meghan stepped back from royal duties in 2020.

The last time Harry, Meghan, Kate, and William were seen together was at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in September 2022. At King Charles’s coronation in May of the following year, the Duke of Sussex attended alone.

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Kate Middleton and Prince William are facing the reality that they may become King and Queen much earlier than anticipated, as King Charles III continues his battle with cancer.

«While the King is fulfilling his duties with his usual determination, he has had to come to terms with the limitations imposed by cancer treatment. As a result, William has started taking on more responsibilities, and he and Kate have begun preparing for their future roles sooner than expected,» royal expert Sally Bedell Smith told Page Six.

King Charles III was crowned in May 2023, but less than a year later, in February 2024, the monarch announced that he had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer following a routine hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement. Experts note that this is a calm before the storm for the Prince and Princess of Wales.

«They are next in line for the biggest job of their lives, and while Kate’s health remains a priority, it has also allowed everyone to step back and reassess what is important right now,» Sally added.

A clear sign of William preparing for his future role was his recent visit to the official reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on behalf of his father. For the 42-year-old Princess of Wales, this year has also been challenging. Catherine’s last public appearance was at the fourth annual Together at Christmas service at Westminster Abbey, where she was joined by Prince William and their children.

We believe the best is yet to come!

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