Prince William and Princess Catherine are deeply devoted to giving their children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—a carefree and joyful childhood. To protect this, they’ve chosen to keep certain aspects of royal life a secret from them.
Amid ongoing family tensions and close media scrutiny, the young royals are growing into their roles. Notably, Princess Charlotte has emerged as a natural leader among her brothers, George and Louis. Her confident demeanor often shines during royal events, where she takes on responsibilities with poise.
Despite a challenging year, Prince William has found comfort in moments of joy with his family. A palace insider revealed that William affectionately calls Charlotte “mignonette”—French for “little one”—a term of endearment that reflects her ability to bring light even in difficult times.
During a heartfelt visit to Newport, Prince William spoke movingly about homelessness, especially when it comes to vulnerable women. He met Rebecca, a 32-year-old care assistant who shared her story of resilience after facing the transition to foster care and living on the streets at the age of 16. Moved by her strength, he praised Rebecca, saying, “We need more Rebeccas in the world.” William’s commitment to tackling homelessness stems from his early years and the powerful influence of his mother, Princess Diana.
Losing his mother at the age of 15 had a lasting impact, and Diana’s legacy has shaped who he is today. For William, tackling homelessness fits with continuing his mother’s mission of compassion and ensuring her values remain alive through his work and family, values he wants to instill in Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. Following his mother’s example, William wants his children to understand life outside the palace from an early age. During difficult times, they inspire him to persevere.
William is happy for his sons, while Charlotte lifts his spirits in a unique way. Their bond has grown stronger over the recent challenges of the royal family. She naturally takes charge when it comes to her brothers, especially at major royal events. As the eldest, Charlotte helps keep Louis in line when he acts out for attention. At Trooping the Colour in 2024, Louis showed off his playful nature, and Charlotte was seen trying to control him during the national anthem.
Charlotte demonstrated her abilities at King Charles’ coronation by guiding Louis through the event and keeping an eye on George during a later concert. When William took the stage, Charlotte made certain that everyone was focused on him, even pressing George to pay attention when he was unresponsive. Following the coronation, William mentioned that Charlotte was fatigued from completing her responsibilities as an older sister and spending a quiet day at home.
