Prince William is said to be showing a different side in private as he prepares to take on the role of the future king. Insiders note that he is taking on more of the monarchy’s demands, becoming more exacting and authoritative with his staff. Sources say the Prince of Wales is preparing for the top job and plans to take a firm line on family matters — including the futures of Prince Harry and Prince Andrew.
Source says Prince William is no longer the calm person behind closed doors
Talking about the future of Prince William as the king, a palace insider told Radar Online: “The warm, approachable face William shows in public is very different from what staff see behind closed doors.” They explained, “He’s become noticeably irritable,” adding that he demands “constant updates and expecting absolute respect at all times.”
There are also claims that William expects more formal treatment from his team. In that, he demands being addressed as “Sir” while stepping up oversight of projects tied to his causes. Another source claimed, “More and more complaints are emerging. A volunteer for one of his housing charities told me William calls at all hours asking, ‘How much money have we made?’ He’s far more aggressive than before.”
A source close to Kensington Palace fueled the gossip, stating, “When William was younger, he came across as relaxed, even light-hearted. These days, he’s intent on asserting authority. For him, it’s no longer just about handling daily duties – it’s about gearing up to be king.” They continued, “He feels he must establish his standards now, and that includes taking a hard line with Harry and Andrew once he inherits the crown.”
Meanwhile, William’s relationship with Prince Harry remains strained, and Andrew continues without official duties. An insider explained, “William doesn’t think either of them deserves a route back. He feels Harry chose to torch the family publicly, and Andrew has permanently damaged the monarchy’s reputation. When William is king, he wants both sidelined completely – no half-measures.”
Originally reported by Ishika Mishra on The Reality Tea.
