Official Statement: The Palace Responds to Prince Harry’s “Radical” New Career Path

Following Prince Harry’s sudden announcement that he is retiring from public life to become a professional surf instructor in California,  Buckingham Palace has issued a formal—and surprisingly witty—response.

The statement, printed on the traditional cream-colored stationery and posted on the Royal Family’s official social media channels, suggests that while the King is surprised, the monarchy is prepared to “ride the wave” of this latest development.

The “Royal Waiver”

The statement began with the usual diplomatic tone: “The King is always pleased to hear of his son’s dedication to physical fitness and the preservation of our oceans.” However, the tone quickly shifted into a subtle display of British wit that has left royal fans in stitches.

The Palace confirmed that they have officially updated the Royal Archives to include a new category for the Duke of Sussex: “Specialist in Radical Aquatic Maneuvers.” Furthermore, the Palace dryly noted that while Harry is free to teach surfing, his former military titles do not extend to “Commander of the Coastline” or “Admiral of the Malibu Surf Club.”

A Gift from the King?

Insiders at the Palace suggest that King Charles III took the news with a chuckle. To show there is no “saltiness” between the father and son, the King reportedly sent a royal care package to Montecito. The contents allegedly include:

• A Royal-Crested Wetsuit: Made from sustainable, organic wool (a nod to the King’s love for the environment and Harry’s supposed knitting hobby).

• A “Crown and Anchor” Surfboard Wax: Formulated by the royal herbalists.

• A Golden Whistle: For when the Duke needs to call his students back to the “shore of reality.”

The “Surf-cessory” Protocol

The most entertaining part of the Palace announcement was a small footnote regarding royal etiquette. It stated that should the Duke return to the UK for any official ceremonies, “board shorts and flip-flops shall be considered strictly unacceptable attire for Westminster Abbey, regardless of how ‘gnarly’ the weather may be.”

The Palace also clarified that the Koh-i-Noor diamond is not waterproof and will not be lent out for any “underwater crown-wearing content” for the Duke’s new surf-wellness brand.

A Family Divided or Just Distant?

While the statement was lighthearted, royal commentators believe it is a clever way for the Palace to distance themselves from the Duke’s increasingly Hollywood-style antics. “The Palace is saying: ‘Fine, go be a surfer, just don’t expect us to pay for the sunblock,’” says one veteran royal reporter.

As of this morning, Prince William has not commented, though sources say he was spotted at a local sports shop in London, eyeing a pair of high-end swimming goggles. Perhaps a royal surf-off is closer than we think?