Prince William Encouraged Kate Middleton To Copy Princess Diana And Raise Popularity

Over the years, Prince William has praised Princess Diana for giving him a memorable childhood. Once the Duke of Cambridge became a parent, he and Kate Middleton wanted to offer the same opportunity to their children.

Although William is aware his children won’t be able to have private lives, he has told Kate about some of the “tricks” Princess Diana used to show her kids a good time, while appeasing the public.

During an appearance on Australia’s Today Show, royal commentator, Neil Sean detailed how Kate’s approach to motherhood was similar to Diana’s.

“If you remember, when Princess Diana was with us, what she did was very clever. She sort of made sure that William and Harry had normal lives if you like,” he said.

“There was a very famous picture of them queuing in McDonald’s in Kensington, and then there was the other picture of them at funfairs and amusement parks. Well, Kate has done the same thing, she has taken the same route.”

Sean noted that Kate is often photographed in relatable situations, which has helped increase her popularity in the UK. “There was actually a picture of Kate shopping for Halloween treats with George and Charlotte in a local supermarket near to where they were staying,” he explained.

“This really endears people not just to William and Catherine, but to the Royal Family in general. Although people weren’t allowed to take pictures, you’ve got to appreciate – and I think Kate is very clever at this – that the Royal Family has to modernize.”

Neil believes Prince William has taken what he learned from his mother and has encouraged Kate to incorporate it into her life. “By that, they have to get within the people, and I think that’s a good trade Diana has given to William, who passed it on to Catherine,” he said.

Despite their busy schedules, Prince William and Kate continue to be hands-on parents to their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.