British royal family news reveals that Prince William had a starring role at the May 6 coronation of his father, King Charles. He is the next king to be crowned in Westminster Abbey and pundits are already talking about what his big day will look like and how it will differ from that of his father who waited nearly three quarters of a century to reign.
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Royal Family News: Prince William Is The Next King
William is currently the Prince of Wales, just as Charles was before him. But royal aides have confirmed that when the time comes, William’s coronation will have his own signature look and feel. Sources told People that William’s ceremony will be modern and relevant.
For example Charles’ service included an “homage of the people” that caused controversy as it invited people inside and outside the Abbey to pay respect to the King and his “heirs and successors.”
Royal Family News: Charles’ Controversy
The Sunday Times heard from a source close to the royal heir that William “is really thinking, how do we make this coronation feel more relevant in the future?
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He is mindful of the fact that in 20 years’ time, or whenever his time comes, how can the coronation be modern but also unifying to the nation and the Commonwealth? I think his coronation will look and feel quite different.”
To be fair the coronation was spectacular, full of pomp and circumstance, horses and people lined up for blocks as part of the celebration that is after all a once in a lifetime event.
Royal Family News: William’s Modernity
Prince William and his wife Princess Kate have already carved a unique royal path in that they have fewer causes to advocate but those causes are dear to their hearts.
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As a part of their “brand” they frequently employ what they term “community impact days.” These royal visits are designed to champion a local social enterprise or charity within the town they appear in.
Royal Family News: William and Kate Mix Things Up
Prince William’s signature scheme is the Earthshot Prize, which gives money for brilliant ideas that can help the planet. The third award ceremony will be held in Singapore in November and “include a week of events to promote this year’s prize winners and celebrate the legacy of those who have been honored in the first two years.”
While in Singapore, the plan is to showcase finalists who have had a major impact and encourage ongoing “optimism” which is said to be Prince William’s main motivator for the awards. A royal source describes this upcoming series of events as one way William is implementing a more “modern royalty.”
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