Prince William’s conversation with actor Eugene Levy on Apple TV+ has been described as the most open he has ever been in public. Set against the informal backdrop of Windsor, walking his dog, at the pub, even mentioning his scooter rides around the castle grounds, the interview revealed a relaxed, personal side of the future king.
Unlike the usual staged palace interviews, William seemed comfortable with Levy, even admitting he’d enjoyed the actor’s American Pie films. While no questions were asked about Prince Harry or Prince Andrew, William still offered striking insights.
A Vision for Change
William made clear that «change is on my agenda» and that he doesn’t want to feel «suffocated» by royal tradition. A palace insider noted:
«If the answer is because that’s how we’ve always done it, he just won’t accept it.»
His leadership of the Duchy of Cornwall already reflects this more hands-on, reform-driven approach.
Family Strain and Kate’s Illness
The prince didn’t hide the stress of recent months. With both his father and wife unwell, William admitted feeling «overwhelmed» at times:
«It’s just important to be there for each other and to reassure the children that everything is OK.»
Everyday Details
The show also revealed lighter personal details: William enjoys sweet cider, his kids don’t have phones, and his eldest son George already «knows more history» than him. His children’s favourite activities range from football and hockey to trampolining.
Harry’s Brief Mention
Harry’s name came up just once, when William reflected:
«I hope we don’t go back to some of the practices in the past that Harry and I grew up in.»
While their relationship remains strained, the acknowledgment was notable.
A Different Royal Approach
By choosing Apple TV and an actor as interviewer, William signalled a modern strategy. As one royal source summed up:
«For all too long, we’ve seen the royals as perfect. Here we see William as a human being, in a pub, with a pint, chatting. It’s the most open we’ve ever seen him.»
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