The British Royal Family is known for maintaining a composed and reserved demeanor in public. While we occasionally see polite smiles and gestures of happiness, they usually keep their deeper emotions well-hidden.
However, even royals can’t keep their feelings under wraps all the time, especially when it comes to anger. Here are three notable instances when members of the Royal Family let their emotions show on camera.
Prince William’s Reaction to Martin Bashir’s Deceit
Prince William Emotionally Reads Statement About Martin Bashir's Guilty Verdict pic.twitter.com/tw8tZmkimY
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One of the most explosive moments in royal history was Princess Diana’s 1995 interview with the BBC’s Martin Bashir. In this interview, Diana candidly discussed her personal struggles, including her mental health, infidelity within her marriage, and her opinions on Prince Charles’s suitability as king. This interview had far-reaching consequences and shook the monarchy to its core.
In 2021, an inquiry led by former British judge Lord Dyson revealed that Bashir had used deceitful tactics to secure the interview. This revelation prompted a strong and emotional response from Prince William.
In a recorded statement, a visibly distressed William condemned Bashir’s actions and the BBC’s failure to uphold journalistic standards. “In an era of fake news, public service broadcasting and a free press have never been more important,” he asserted.
“These failings, identified by investigative journalists, not only let my mother down, and my family down; they let the public down too.” His barely-contained anger highlighted the deep impact of the betrayal on his family.