As King Charles continues his battle with cancer, his heir, Prince William, prepares to be the future monarch – and no one will stand in his way.
British royal expert Hilary Forditch He made the claim saying that the Prince of Wales feels the future of the “company” is looming over his head.
“Prince William is committed to his duty, as instilled in him by Queen Elizabeth II, who taught him every Sunday regarding his royal duties,” Fordwich told Fox News Digital. “He is also under enormous generational pressure as the growing public popularity of the monarchy takes precedence for him and Princess Catherine.”
Prince William, the eldest son of King Charles III and the late Princess Diana, is the heir to the British throne. (Andrew Parsons/Kensington Palace via Getty Images)
Fordwich also claimed that Prince Harry and Prince Andrew are “wary of his wrath.”
Harry's “Spare” protest festival, with its scathing accusations against the royal family, especially the smear of the Princess of Wales, made it “the straw that broke the camel's back” as William told those around him, Fordwich said.
She indicated that William feels that he and his wife were subjected to a “bitter attack” in Harry’s words. like For the disgraced Duke of York, William believes he has “endangered the family” over his controversial relationships with the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
From left: Prince Andrew, Prince Harry and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge attend Remembrance Sunday on November 12, 2017, in London, England. (Jack Taylor/Getty Images)
“As a millennial, he will not and cannot risk public association with disastrous family members who serve only as distractions from public duty,” Fordwich added.
Fordwich's claims came shortly after sources told In touch The father of three has had his foot in the door when it comes to decisions regarding the future of the monarchy.
“It's no secret that anyone who resists him will have the door opened quickly,” a palace insider told the outlet. “He's not willing to put up with any nonsense, and word is that he's already on his way to becoming the most powerful ruler the family has ever seen.”
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Prince William, Prince of Wales, touches the Crown of St. Edward on his father's head during the coronation ceremony inside Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023, in London, England. (Yui Mok – WPA Pool/Getty Images)
Sources also claimed to the outlet that William has “never been more influential” than he has been in recent months. They said the 42-year-old is not shy about “making decisions that he feels will benefit the Crown in the long term”.
Royal expert Ian Pelham-Turner said: “I speak to people close to him who say he is very difficult to work with and relentless in his desires.” “He doesn't suffer fools gladly.”
Pelham-Turner said: “It has often been said that King Charles finds it very difficult to make decisions, especially regarding his two sons and how to deal with Harry.” “William is much more frank, Like his grandfather, Prince PhilipWhich would move people out of the way if they stood in front of it. . . . “He is very ambitious.”
King Charles III and Kate Middleton were diagnosed with cancer in 2024. (Karaway Tang/Getty Images)
British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital that William is determined to renew the monarchy's reputation. Last year was a “tough” year for the prince, as he admitted, due to his family’s health crisis.
Both Charles and his daughter-in-law, Kate Middleton, were diagnosed with cancer in 2024. In September, the Princess of Wales announced that she had completed chemotherapy.
“Prince William is keenly aware that the Royal Family has taken a hard hit over the past few years, from members of his family causing unnecessary chaos, family ills, and the negative hype surrounding royal finances,” Chard explained.
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Prince Harry's relationship with his older brother, Prince William, is said to be non-existent. (Getty Images)
“Last year was the hardest in his life,” she said. “However, he has emerged with renewed energy and purpose. Prince William is very much a confident family man. He is also redefining his role as the future heir to the throne. With his renewed relaxed image, he continues to help people through charitable service, using his platform for good.” “Purposeful.”
Chard continued: “He supports King Charles in regularly carrying out his governmental and patriotic duties.” “He amazingly took the role of a duck to water, taking pole position in every event.
“His future role as king looms large. However, he does not believe all of his father's principles are gospel. He is his own man and wishes to show a more modern, inclusive face to the monarchy.”
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Sources have claimed to In Touch that William is “seizing” more power from King Charles.
But experts told Fox News Digital that the king is happy to let his eldest son take the reins.
British royal expert Hilary Fordwich has claimed that King Charles is “relieved and pleased” that Prince William has “taken such a sincere and loyal approach to the monarchy”. (Photo by Max Mumbi/Indigo/Getty Images)
“King Charles is allegedly relieved and happy that Prince William has taken such a sincere and loyal approach to the monarchy,” Fordwich said. “He is not a playboy to the many previous Princes of Wales, his predecessors who did not take the role seriously and/or were seriously committed to debauchery.”
Sources believe that with the 76-year-old royal continuing treatment for cancer, William admitted his “time to reign will be sooner rather than later.”
Chard said William's goal is to improve the family's image.
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Prince Andrew is trying to stay out of the limelight after his controversial relationship with Jeffrey Epstein came to light. (Steve Parsons/Getty Images)
“He is making strategic decisions that will benefit the Crown,” Chard said. “He values loyalty and will not allow anyone to tarnish the family name further. The Sussexes, Prince Andrew and, in fact, anyone who crosses the mark will be turned away.”
“Prince William is currently working to eliminate unnecessary spending for the Royal Family and become more sustainable in general,” Shard said. “The sovereign grant is set to increase by approximately $56 million.
“The royal family must show value For (that) money. He has been alerted to the fact that the public is demanding more financial transparency. “Prince William shows strength of character as he leads the ever-evolving monarchy into clear waters.”
Prince William was trained by Queen Elizabeth II. England's longest-reigning monarch died in 2022 at the age of 96. (Jeff Pugh/Getty Images)
Fordwich added that William wants to be seen as a “practical” king who makes positive changes in the UK. His charities and causes – from mental health to the environment – have given hints about the kind of king he might one day become.
“One can look at the projects he has taken on so far, such as the Earthshot Prize, his goal of reducing homelessness within five years… as well as other programs related to mental health issues,” Fordwich said.
Prince William, Prince of Wales, is seen here in Cape Town, South Africa on November 7, 2024. During his visit, the Prince of Wales attended the fourth annual Earthshot Awards and participated in various environmental initiatives. (Chris Jackson-Pool/Getty Images)
William had previously said that he and his wife, 43, were “committed to service”.
“For us, this doesn't mean telling people what to do,” he added. “It's about serving and supporting them in whatever way they think is best.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
