In an unprecedented royal drama that has left both supporters and critics stunned, Princess Catherine, the Princess of Wales, reportedly lost her composure during a public outing — and the alleged outburst was caught on video by stunned bystanders.
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According to witnesses, the incident occurred during a casual family appearance at a children’s charity event in London. The Princess, accompanied by Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, appeared in high spirits at first, greeting the crowd and engaging warmly with attendees. However, those close enough to overhear claim that in a brief moment of visible frustration, Kate appeared to utter the word “bastard” in reference to her youngest son.
The cause of this royal slip? Eyewitnesses suggest that Prince Louis, known for his playful — and sometimes cheeky — behavior during official engagements, had been pulling faces at photographers and trying to wander off from the group. One guest stated, “She was trying to keep everyone together and keep things moving, but Louis just wouldn’t cooperate. She bent down, said something under her breath, and a few people gasped.”
Footage of the moment, though slightly muffled, has been circulating online, prompting heated debates. Some viewers insist they clearly heard the shocking term, while others believe it was misheard or taken completely out of context. Royal aides have declined to comment directly on the matter, with one palace insider telling reporters, “The Princess adores all her children and would never intentionally insult them. Any suggestion otherwise is completely unfounded.”
Despite the controversy, public opinion is divided. Critics have accused Kate of losing her temper in an unfit manner for a senior royal, while supporters argue that she is human, under immense pressure, and possibly just muttered something that was misunderstood.
Body language experts note that Kate’s facial expression in the moments afterward appeared tense but controlled, as she quickly regained her composure and continued greeting guests with a smile.
The palace has remained officially silent, possibly hoping the storm will blow over, but the incident has undeniably sparked a conversation about the scrutiny faced by royal parents. For now, the question remains: was this a rare slip of the royal tongue, or just an unfortunate misinterpretation amplified by the ever-watchful eye of the media?