Kate Middleton, Prince William 'power players' in firm stance on Andrew

"Prince William and Kate Middleton have absolutely no interest in appearing soft or sentimental about this"

By The News Digital
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February 24, 2026
“The emotional fallout inside the Royal Family has been anything but orderly. And at the centre of it are William and Kate."

Prince William and Kate Middleton are the ‘power players’ in stance on Andrew, and the royal couple are supporting one another through the latest scandal.

The Prince and Princess of Wales are panicked and concerned about the future of the monarchy amid the scandal surrounding Andrew.

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According to a report by the Heat World, the insiders have claimed, “The emotional fallout inside the Royal Family has been anything but orderly. And at the centre of it are William and Kate. They are the power players in this moment: composed, strategic and determined that the monarchy cannot afford to look hesitant or weak.”

Prince William is ‘acutely aware’ of how this looks, the source said and added, “He doesn’t want history to remember this period as one where the Crown flinched.”

The close confidant told the outlet following Andrew arrest, “William and Kate have absolutely no interest in appearing soft or sentimental about this. In their mind, a weak response would damage the institution far more than a tough one.”

Princess of Wales Kate Middleton gives William 'strength', the insider said.

“It’s more than support. They are equals. They are doing this together. William has made it clear that under his watch, there will be no blurred lines between loyalty and accountability.”

The spy continued the future King William has also insisted his ‘reluctant’ father King Charles takes a much firmer stance on the matters involving Andrew.

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