A royal expert has advised Prince William to be “a little less vocal” in his public comments about his long-term plans for the monarchy, arguing that doing so would show greater respect for his father, King Charles III. Robert Jobson, a veteran British journalist and author of “The Windsor Legacy: A Royal Dynasty of Secrets, Scandal, and Survival,” told The Sun that William has been “very vocal” about the changes he hopes to make when he becomes king.
Prince William should dial back on ideas ‘out of respect’ for King Charles, says expert
Appearing on The Sun’s “Royal Exclusive” show, Robert Jobson added that Prince William “should probably be a little less vocal” because the “king, out of respect, is still in position.” He went on to say that the heir “can be a little difficult” sometimes, recalling past disagreements over whether William should fly a helicopter with his family on board, which reportedly caused tension with both the late Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles.
Jobson also pointed to smaller points of friction, such as debates over the royal ivory collection and William’s reluctance to wear a kilt. He emphasized that these are the kinds of minor issues that arise in any family, but they highlight differences in how father and son view the future of the monarchy. Even so, Jobson noted that Charles, now 77, understands his reign will not be long. He added that the king ultimately recognizes the future of the monarchy rests with William.
The expert said, while it is good that William has his own ideas, but stressed that “the King is the number one” and remains on the throne, suggesting that speaking publicly about future changes may come across as undermining the current monarch. William has been open about wanting to bring “change for good” when he eventually becomes king, advocating for a more accessible and less grand monarchy. He has also spoken about learning from the “mistakes” of the past to give his children a more stable family life.
