The Prince and 's latest appearance sparked huge excitement from royal fans. Not only because it marked the first time Kate has been seen since her attendance at Wimbledon last month, but caused a stir with his bearded look. The future king, 42, sported a blue Team GB polo top and stubble as he and Kate following their triumphs at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
William's unshaven appearance certainly sparked a flurry of comments on social media, with one fan exclaiming: "William beard era is back." Another said: "Great to [see] Catherine again, and William unshaved haha, it's been years since we’ve seen that, what a sight!" You may also like A third complimented the Prince on his bearded look, saying: "Kate looking beautiful & here for Will's stubble." Others were in agreement, adding: "Love the beard on Prince William," and "William please keep growing that beard!!" The Prince, who usually sports a clean-shaven appearance, was last seen with a .
While the King and the Prince of Wales have both grown out their facial hair in the past, they have stuck to a clean-shaven appearance. reportedly asked William to shave off his beard while he was on a military secondment. Up until recent months, soldiers were not permitted to grow their facial hair while in the British Army.
The guidelines were relaxed in March and beards and moustaches must be neat, properly groomed and will be routinely checked. Meanwhile, the Royal Air Force has permitted its personnel to sport facial hair since 2019.