Royals

Prince William subtly ‘teaches lesson’ to King Charles during Trooping the Colour

Prince William ensured King Charles did not make big mistake during Trooping the Colour

Published June 17, 2026

Prince William seemingly corrected his father King Charles as he almost made a blender at Trooping the Colour.

The Prince of Wales reminded his father that he needed to stay until after the last wave at Buckingham Palace balcony while his majesty began to turn and go back inside the palace.

Advertisement

Body language expert Judi James said

: "William made the final alterations but it was also William having to check his father as Charles appeared to be making his final wave and turn to walk inside, with his son very quickly reminding him that he needed to wait for 'his song', i.e. the National Anthem first.

"Charlotte teaches her grandad a rather sweet lesson in royal protocol. As the balcony appearance drew to a close Charles appeared keen to go inside, throwing one final fond wave at the cheering crowds before turning in the direction of the exit.”

Judi continued: "It was William who appeared to have to remind him that he needed to wait for the singing of the National Anthem but it was Charlotte acting as the perfect royal role model, standing quietly and firmly to attention at the front of the balcony, the only one un-moving and standing with her arms at her sides all the way through the anthem and beyond."

Eleen Bukhari
Eleen Bukhari is a London-based journalist and MSc graduate from Brunel University with over five years of experience. Specialising in the British Royal Family and global entertainment, she provides expert analysis of monarchy traditions, celebrity culture, and the evolving media narratives surrounding the world’s most high-profile figures.