Being a member of the royal family can be one of the most stressful jobs in the world. They are expected to follow so many rules and have to keep their composure at all times. While Prince William and Kate Middleton must abide by the strict rules of the royal family, it doesn't mean they can't let loose every once and a while. Whether they're attending a wedding, charity event, or a sports game, these photos show that William and Kate can easily crack each other up.
An Engagement To Remember
Prince William and Kate Middleton were all smiles when they announced their engagement on November 16, 2010, at the State Apartments of St. James Palace in London, England. The couple became engaged after a trip to Kenya.
William and Kate met in 2001 while they were students in the same residence hall at the University of St. Andrews. They started dating a year later after she caught his eye at a university charity fashion show in a see-through lace dress.
Getting Cheeky At The Trearddur Bay Lifeboat Station
The royal couple has made countless public appearances together and can usually be found laughing and smiling. This fun and flirty photo shows Prince William and Kate attending the Trearddur Bay Lifeboat Station in Wales on February 24, 2011.
During this time the country was gearing up for their royal wedding, which was only a couple of months away. Some may not remember that the couple had a brief break from March to June 2007 but were able to reconcile.
The Royal Couple Visit Their Alma Mater
During their engagement, Prince William and Kate Middleton went to visit their alma mater, the University of St. Andrews. Kate is known for her bold, yet classy fashion choices.
She was seen in a bright red buttoned coat and black leather gloves. Prince William kept it professional in a navy blue suit. The two clearly had fun together with them smiling ear to ear and Kate couldn't keep her eyes off William the entire time.
William And Kate Taking In Some Football
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge couldn't contain themselves on a visit to Windsor Park Stadium on February 27, 2019. Windsor Park Stadium is the home of the Irish Football Association.
In Britain, football is the American equivalent of soccer and both Kate and William are huge fans of the sport. According to Town and Country, Prince William is an avid supporter of the Aston Villa football team and his family often goes to their games.
Some Family Joins In On The Fun
On a spring day in 2017, Princes William and Harry, along with Kate, hosted a tea party on the grounds of Buckingham Palace. The tea party was in honor of the children who risked their lives serving in the armed forces.
The relationship between the brothers has been private for quite a long time. Princess Diana's biographer Andrew Morton shared, "Nobody apart from each other knows exactly - not even their father - what's gone on in their heads and their hearts for the last 20-odd years."
Prince Louis Having Fun With His Parents
Every year the entire British royal family gathers to watch the Trooping the Colour celebration. It's the Queen's annual birthday parade and is believed to have been performed since the reign of King Charles II.
Prince William and Kate's youngest child, Prince Louis, couldn't get enough of the parade in 2019. His reaction to seeing the guardsmen, cavalry, and more got huge laughs from his parents. His older siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, were just as focused on the parade as well.
The Duke And Duchess Visit The BBC
On November 15, 2018, the Duke and Duchess made a visit to the BBC Broadcasting House. They came to examine how BBC was handling cyberbullying because Prince William has a task force on the matter.
Kate had dealt with the media long before she and William were married. In 2006, William left to follow his military duties, which left Kate alone. She was surrounded by so much paparazzi that she was given her own 24-hour security team.
The Royals Enjoy A Day At The Paralympic Games
During the summer of 2012, Prince William and Kate spent some time enjoying the London Paralympic Games at the Velodrome. The two clearly were chuckling over a hilarious joke and couldn't have looked more comfortable with each other.
Even after all their years together, the Duke and Duchess still try to impress each other. For example, William went all out with his cooking to get Kate's attention. "He did cook for me quite a bit at university, and he would always come with a bit of angst and a bit of anger if something had gone wrong...," Kate said.
Getting Some Laughs In Canada
The Duke and Duchess couldn't hold in their laughter while watching a cultural welcome in Carcross, Canada on September 28, 2016. The royal family spent eight days on a tour of the country and got to see Canada's best sights.
Various members of the royal family are expected to go on tours of the British territories, which has been a tradition for decades. These overseas tours are mutually beneficial. The royal family acts as ambassadors for the United Kingdom, which helps improve relations with the other countries.
The Royals Learn How To Be DJs
Prince William and Kate were in for a special treat during their overseas tour of Australia and New Zealand. While visiting the youth community center, they started breaking out in laughter after being taught how to become DJs.
Although the Duke and Duchess aren't leaving their royal duties behind, it could become a fun hobby during their free time. William and Kate love spending time working on their hobbies with one of their favorites being skiing.
The Happiest Day Of Their Lives
April 29, 2011, will always be a day to remember; not only for Prince William and Kate, but for the entire world. The two said their "I dos" in front of almost two thousand guests, thousands of onlookers, and over 23 million people watching on television.
There were many moments when the couple couldn't help but smile and laugh during the day of their nuptials. This year the Duke and Duchess will be celebrating their 10-year wedding anniversary.
Kate Was Nervous To Meet This Royal
Prince William must have noticed something funny at the London Wall in 2016 and pointed it out to Kate. The two were visiting as part of a mentoring program to support youth with certain emotional and behavioral challenges.
As a royal, Kate has to meet new people almost every day, but the one person she was most nervous to meet was Prince Charles. "...he was very, very welcoming, very friendly, so yea, it couldn't have gone easier for me," she told ABC News.
Meghan And Harry Stand By Their Side
The royal family gathered on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on July 10, 2018, to celebrate 100 years of the Royal Air Force. While Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stayed relatively calm, Prince William and Kate let out some giggles.
Prince Harry recently stated that he, Meghan, and their son Archie have left their royal duties behind. "It has been unbelievably tough for the two of us, but at least we had each other," Prince Harry told Oprah Winfrey.
Kate Can't Stop Laughing In Sweden
The Duchess is letting out a powerful belly laugh while attending a hockey game with her husband in Stockholm, Sweden. Some may not know that as a member of the royal family Kate Middleton holds three separate titles.
Most of the time she is known as the Duchess of Cambridge. In Scotland, she's known as the Countess of Strathearn and in Northern Ireland, she's known as Lady Carrickfergus. Since the Duke of Cambridge is second in line to the throne, she may become a queen consort.
The Duke And Duchess Letting Loose At The Rugby World Cup
On September 28, 2015, Prince William and Kate attended the 2015 Rugby World Cup match between England and Fiji at Twickenham Stadium. They must have enjoyed themselves because they couldn't stop laughing in the stands.
While Kate was in school, she was one of the top sports players. She loved to play tennis, field hockey, netball, and more. Some of her other extracurricular activities included drama and music. Prince William and Prince Harry grew up playing polo and rugby at school.
Don't Have A Cow
The cows peeking out from the Teagasc Animal & Grassland Research Centre in Ireland caught the attention of the royal couple. Prince William and Kate traveled there in March of 2020 at the request of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
Both of them spend their time focusing on giving back. Kate is the patron for several charities with an emphasis on children's welfare. Prince William supports numerous charities that include animals such as Elephant Family, Save the Elephants, and Prince's Rainforests Project.
Chuckling At The Cathedral
On a winter day in early 2018, Prince William and Kate visited the Coventry Cathedral and couldn't stop chuckling. Kate stood out in a hot pink buttoned coat, while Prince William kept to his usual style of a navy blue suit.
According to Microsoft News, one of Kate's most favorite hobbies is photography. Before marrying the Duke of Cambridge, she used to take photos for her family's mail-order business. One of Prince William's favorite past times is biking.
Prince Charles Joins In On The Fun
It was a family affair during an April 2013 trip to Dumfries House in Scotland. Prince William and Kate were joined by his father Prince Charles, Prince of Wales. The trio stood laughing together as they braved the bitter cold.
Both men could possibly be kings in the near future. During Father's Day 2020 Kate posted a sweet photo of Charles and William posing together. "He looks positively doting, he loves the picture and was happy for others to see it," said a family friend to Vanity Fair.
Sharing A Laugh At A Museum
The Duke and Duchess couldn't stop giggling while listening to some children's books being read aloud at Canada's McBride Museum on September 28, 2016. The two were doing a tour of the country and got to visit several Canadian tourist sites.
Kate has to follow strict rules at all times, even when she's abroad. Fans may come up and ask for her autograph, but she's forbidden to give it. This is because someone could use her signature to falsify important documents on behalf of the royal family.
A Funny Arcade Game Challenge
Prince William and Kate are usually up for some good old fun. On August 5, 2020 the pair visited Barry, Wales to play some arcade games at Island Leisure Amusement Arcade.
By the looks on their faces, Prince William may have made a silly mistake and Kate is laughing about it. Even though they were playing arcade games, both members of the royal family have to abide by a dress code. These rules can include natural nail polish, brightly-colored dresses, and sheer pantyhose.
Taking In The Harry Potter Magic
That isn't Harry Potter standing to the side of the Duke and Duchess, rather it's Prince Harry. The three of them got to spend a day having fun at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden on April 26, 2013.
The royal family got a special look at some of the Harry Potter sets, including Diagon Alley, and even got to add some magic by using authentic wands from the films. Prince William reads the books to his kids and Kate added that he even does all the voices of the characters.
A Hilarious Boat Ride In Germany
On July 20, 2017, Prince William and Kate enjoyed a leisurely rowing regatta boat ride during a visit to Heidelberg, Germany. They are seen in matching gold medals surrounded by a crowd of supporters.
Followers of Kate may notice that she usually has a giant smile on her face. This is because royals are told to hide any pain and to stay positive when they're in the public eye. Even if they're under the weather, they must muster through the pain.
Overjoyed With A New Addition To The Family
This photo is the first moment when Prince William and Kate introduced Prince George to the public. He was born on July 22, 2013, and is currently third in the line of succession to the British throne.
Prince George's birth was widely celebrated across the United Kingdom because he will most likely be a king one day. The people who were most excited were his parents. They couldn't stop smiling when they left the hospital the following day.
A Warm Welcome In Tuvalu
Prince William and Kate were sharing a laugh with some locals in Tuvalu on September 18, 2012. They drank the coconut milk out of the coconut she is holding. The coconut came from a tree that Queen Elizabeth II planted there in 1982.
This trip was during their Diamond Jubilee tour where they represented the Queen by going to Singapore, Malaysia, the Solomon Islands, and Tuvalu. The Duke and Duchess took part in Tuvalu's culture by adorning some handmade flower headpieces.
Learning Some World War I History
Prince William must have found it kind of silly that he got the chance to sit in a real World War I biplane. The couple were visiting the Omaka Aviation Heritage Center on April 10, 2014, in New Zealand.
The Royal Tour to New Zealand was the very first royal trip for Prince George and the royal family visited many of the same places Prince Charles and Princess Diana took Prince William as a baby.
Having A Good Conversation In Charlottetown
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge stayed professional during a visit to the Province House in Charlottetown, Canada on July 4, 2011. Prince William and Kate take many trips, but are expected to do some research beforehand.
All members of the royal family need to be well-versed in the cultures, history, and traditions of the places they visit. Not only do they need to understand the customs, but they are also expected to speak several languages.
Meeting A Popular British Movie Star
It was a night to remember when Prince William and Kate ran into a famous friend. They are seen shaking hands with the one and only Paddington Bear in London on October 16, 2017.
Kate tends to look polished and put together in almost all of her photos. This is because the royal family has a special protocol for women. If there is a chance any cameras could be around, women are supposed to keep their jaws parallel with the ground. This allows them to be poised at all times.
Getting In Some Theatre In Dundee
The Duke and Duchess got in some laughs while enjoying the theatre in Dundee, Scotland on October 23, 2015. Some fans of Kate may wonder how she gets her hair and outfits to look perfect for every appearance.
Since royals are expected to look elegant at all times, they must follow rules such as keeping their nails clean and getting their hair done regularly. Some British sources claim that Kate visits the beauty salon around three times per week.
Twisting Up Some Pretzels
Onlookers in Heidelberg, Germany were enthused by Prince William and Kate as they tried their hand at making pretzels. They were guided by Mayor Eckart Wuerzner.
Kate seemed to know what she was doing and Prince William was rather impressed by how her pretzels turned out. If she wanted to become a professional pretzel maker, she wouldn't be able to make any money. This is because members of the royal family aren't allowed to earn a profit from their work.
The Family Attends A Pantomime Performance
During the holiday season of 2020, Prince William and Kate took their three children, Prince George (7), Princess Charlotte (5), and Prince Louis (2), to a special pantomime performance at London's Palladium Theatre. It was a night of family fun with the Duke and Duchess smiling and laughing as they walked the red carpet.
As a member of the royal family, Kate is expected to keep her children well behaved at all times. Even though they are all young kids, there hasn't been any proof of them misbehaving.
