A tender moment between the Prince and Princess of Wales has captured public attention during the state visit of Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump to the UK.
As the royal couple welcomed the Trumps on the Windsor Castle lawn, lip-readers spotted Princess Kate quietly admitting, “My heels are sinking,” while navigating the grass. Prince William, glancing down with concern, leaned in and asked softly: “Are you okay though?”
The sweet exchange, revealed by professional lip-reader Nicola J. Hickling to The Express, highlighted the couple’s warmth even amid the formality of a high-profile diplomatic event.
The Royal-Trump Meeting
The Prince and Princess of Wales first greeted the Trumps before leading them to meet King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The state visit included a ceremonial military parade and an inspection of the troops.
Lip-readers noted other interesting exchanges between the royals and the US President. As they reviewed the ceremonial guard, King Charles was overheard cautioning Trump: “Watch the sword,” ensuring safety and decorum during the traditional inspection.
Trump, appearing in good spirits, replied admiringly: “Isn’t he superb,” before attempting to add further remarks. The King, with trademark composure, ushered him smoothly along to keep the proceedings on track.
Trump on Prince William
Another lip-reading expert, Jeremy Freeman, claimed Trump shared candid thoughts about Prince William with King Charles earlier in the day. Pointing toward the heir to the throne, Trump reportedly remarked:
“He’s like you, somebody who can open up all the global connections and make things happen. I’ll say he’s a good man, and if you want something, he’s a good guy.”
A Mix of Diplomacy and Personal Moments
While much of the day revolved around formalities and statecraft, it was the brief, human moments—Kate’s quiet struggle with her heels, William’s gentle concern, and Charles’ calm handling of Trump—that stood out to many observers.
The visit, blending ceremonial grandeur with flashes of personality, underscored both the challenges and charm of modern royal diplomacy.
