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Prince William undoubtedly gave Kate Middleton countless memorable gifts during their more than twenty years together. However, a special gift from the early days of their relationship remains infamous. When they were both students at the University of St Andrewswhere they met and fell in love in 2001, William’s gift-giving skills were still a work in progress. In an interview on BBC Radio Five Live, he revealed a funny misstep that has since become a running joke between the couple.
“I once gave my wife a pair of binoculars, and she has never let me forget itWilliam admitted with a laugh. Reflecting on the gesture, he added, “That was early on in the courtship, that was – I think that sealed the deal. It didn’t go well. To be honest, I have no idea why I bought her binoculars. It seemed like a good idea at the time.”
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Clearly, even future kings can stumble when trying to impress their significant other. The light-hearted anecdote speaks to the couple’s enduring ability to do just that laughing at themselves and each other, even years later.
There is humor in the royal family’s gifts
The royal family, known for their tradition of exchanging gifts at Christmas, have seen their fair share of humorous gifts over the years. For example, Prince Harry once gifted Queen Elizabeth a shower cap emblazoned with the phrase “Ain’t life a bitch.” In another playful exchange, Kate gave Harry a “Grow your own girlfriend kit“Before he met Meghan Markle, he joked about his then-high-profile dating life.
When Meghan Markle joined the royal family for her first Christmas at Sandringham in 2017, she also embraced the family’s quirky gift-giving tradition. This is what royal authors Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand say in their book Finding freedomMeghan gave Prince William a gag gift that “was a big hit,” further endearing her to her new in-laws.
These stories highlight the royals’ sense of humor and their ability to maintain a down-to-earth dynamic despite their public role. Whether it’s a pair of binoculars that missed their target or a cheeky Christmas present, these moments offer a glimpse into the lighter side of royal life and the bonds they share as a family.