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These 45 Photos Of Prince William & Kate Middleton Are As Close To Royal PDA As It Gets
After 10 years, they’ve still got it.
They might be senior royals who tend to shy away from major public displays of affection, but this collection of romantic photos of Prince William and Kate Middleton over the years is a real testament to their deep and abiding love for each other. After three children and 10 years of wedded bliss, the couple have enjoyed plenty of sweet moments together.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge tied the knot at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011, in front of an audience of a mere 2.2 billion people around the world. This might not seem like the most conducive for a little romance, but the couple made it work. Perhaps because they had already been together for approximately seven years or so and had known each other since 2001 when they first met as students at the University of St. Andrew’s in Scotland. Or perhaps they are one of those couples who just get each other and know how to be themselves, no matter who might be watching. Who can know for sure?
All we regular folk know is that we love to see these two in every circumstance, but maybe especially when they’re being all lovey-dovey. So let’s take a scroll on down memory lane with them.
Sneaking A Kiss
In 2006, Prince William was still pretty careful about sharing his affection for his girlfriend. But during a soccer match at Eton College, he couldn’t seem to help himself.
Being Cute At The Rugby Match
The couple were in fine form at a rugby match in 2007, sharing a laugh and looking happy.
That Look Of Love
After dating for several years and even splitting up for a brief period in 2007, Prince William and Kate Middleton got engaged in 2010. And the way they looked at each other during an official photo call really said it all.
Newly Engaged
As a newly engaged couple, Prince William was able to bring Kate Middleton along for a royal outing to their old stomping grounds, University of St. Andrews, in February 2011. And they looked pretty happy about it.
Only Has Eyes For Him
Just two months before their wedding in 2011, Kate Middleton only had eyes for Prince William in Wales.
Sealed With A Kiss
Prince William and Kate Middleton broke royal protocol by going in for a second kiss on their wedding day on the balcony at Buckingham Palace, and it was a beautiful moment.
Whisking His Bride Away
Prince William was seriously Prince Charming as he whisked Kate Middleton away at their wedding.
Hugs On Their Honeymoon
The couple’s first official tour as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge saw them visit Canada, and they stopped for a cute hug after a dragon boat race on Prince Edward Island in 2011.
Touchy-Feely On Their Honeymoon
The Duke of Cambridge tends to shy away from PDA generally, but apparently exceptions can be made. Especially when he’s with his new wife on a short honeymoon tour of Canada in 2011.
The One He Turns To In Celebration
A victorious moment at the 2012 Olympic Games in London saw Prince William spontaneously clutch Kate Middleton in his arms, and we love to see it.
The Kiss Of Sweet Victory
Prince William was given a kiss by Kate Middleton after playing polo in Santa Barbara in 2012.
Mom & Dad
The world was watching when Kate Middleton and Prince William welcomed Prince George in 2013, but they only had eyes for their new little family in this heartwarming snapshot outside St. Mary’s in London.
Still Hugging After All These Years
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s work with the Heads Together initiative, seemed to be a bonding experience for them. As evidenced by this 2017 hug.
Hands-On Wife
At Royal Ascot in 2017, Kate Middleton had her arm around Prince William’s waist and it was pretty racy.
Holding Her Close
Kate Middleton was expecting the couple’s third child, Prince Louis, in 2018 and Prince William had her back at a St. Patrick’s Day parade.
Whispering Sweet Nothings
At the London Marathon in 2017, Prince William was too busy whispering in Kate Middleton’s ear to pay attention to the race.
Date Night At The Arcade
Three kids and almost 10 years of marriage and Kate Middleton was still cheering Prince William on at an arcade in Wales in 2020.
Laughing In The Rain
Prince William can always make Kate Middleton laugh.
Snowball Fight
Prince William and Kate Middleton had a cute little snowball fight on a ski holiday in France in 2016.
Holding Hands
Prince William holds Kate Middleton’s hand at the Commonwealth Games in 2014.
His Galway Girl
Kate Middleton looked like a proper Galway girl at the pub in Ireland as Prince William held her back in March 2020.
Howdy Pardners
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge really got into their costumes during a visit to the Calgary Stampede in 2011, and Prince William snuck in a little PDA when he placed his hand on his wife’s leg.
Two If By Sea
The couple found time for a romantic walk by the Irish sea during their royal visit to Dublin in 2020.
Candelit Dinner For Two
During a royal visit to Berlin, Germany in 2017, Kate Middleton and Prince William enjoyed a candlelit dinner for two at Claerchen’s Ballhaus.
Date Night Drinks
Kate Middleton is every mom out for a drink, laughing giddily with her husband at an outing Truro in 2016. The only difference being her husband is the future king.
Sailing Buddies
With his hand on her back, Prince William and Kate Middleton are both fans of sailing, and look like they’re ready for anything at the 2016 America’s Cup in Portsmouth, England.
Blowing Kisses For Luck
At a 2014 polo match, Kate Middleton looked like a woman in love, blowing Prince William a kiss for luck.
A Guiding Hand
Prince William guides Kate Middleton, pregnant with Prince Louis, into the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey in 2018.
Whooping It Up
Kate Middleton is seen here whooping it up in the passenger seat as Prince William drives them to their wedding reception at Clarence House in Prince Charles’ 1969 Aston Martin. Love was in the air, indeed.
He Still Brings Her Flowers
OK, when the royal couple visited Bradford, a city in England, in 2020 technically the flowers were given by a fan. But Prince William plucked a single blossom to give to his wife, and she looked a little mushy about it.
Dancing The Night Away
In 2012, Prince William and Kate Middleton danced the “fatele” during a visit to Tuvalu, a dance to celebrate special occasions. And they certainly seemed to consider this a special occasion.
Giving A Little Guidance
Kate Middleton got a little hand up from her husband during a royal outing over Christmas in 2021, and she looked quite happy about it.
Proud Of Her Prince
Prince William’s historic Earthshot Prize Awards was a really special moment for him as he continues to commit to ending climate change. Kate Middleton looked so incredibly proud of him at the event in 2021. And he was clearly eating it up.
New Baby, Same Love
The birth of Princess Charlotte in 2015 saw Prince William doing double duty as a loving partner. He carried his daughter while protectively holding hands with his wife. Lovely.
Resting Her Head On His Shoulder
At the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, Kate Middleton rested her head on Prince William’s shoulder in a rare public display of affection.
Even After 3 Kids...
The arrival of Prince Louis in 2018 didn’t seem to slow down the romance, as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge stood on the steps of St. Mary’s in London and looked adoringly at each other.
She Gets Him
I don’t know what Prince William was saying during a royal visit to Paris in 2017, but whatever it was, Kate Middleton was into it.
He Gets Her Too
A visit to Glasgow in 2021 saw Prince William smiling over at Kate Middleton like she was the best thing in the world. Because to him, she clearly is the best thing in the world.
Starting The New Year Together
In January 2022, Prince William set the right tone for romance in the new year by keeping a hand on Kate Middleton’s arm. Public displays of affection aplenty in their future.
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