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Prince William and Kate Middleton have shared a close bond with her family since the early days of their relationship. However, it was not always plain sailing as the royal revealed in interviews over the years. While the families are incredibly supportive of each other now, there was one memorable incident from the past that almost caused significant damage to Carol and Michael Middleton's home.
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As Michael Middleton shared in his touching wedding speech for William and Kate's nuptials in 2011, the prince had nearly blown off the roof of their house during a visit. Prince William's love for flying helicopters has been well documented over the years. He spent many fulfilling years working as an air ambulance pilot for the East Anglian Air Ambulance. However, even Queen Elizabeth herself reportedly voiced concerns about him flying with his young family at the time, urging him to consider the line of succession.
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So it comes as no surprise that William made use of his piloting skills to visit the Middletons on at least one occasion. Only it seems his skills behind the controls almost proved disastrous. A guest who attended the royal wedding later recounted to the press how Michael joked about the day Prince William landed a helicopter in the family's garden, kicking up such a storm that it nearly sent their roof soaring into the sky. This amusing anecdote has endured as a treasured tale within the families, highlighting the immense power of a helicopter's rotor blades.
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Beyond the near-mishap, it seems Kate's father also poked fun at the awkward conversation he shared with Prince William when asking for his daughter's hand in marriage. This aligns with William's own recollections from their engagement interview years later. The prince admitted being torn on whether to seek Michael's approval first or propose to Kate without it. In the end, he devised a plan.
"I found myself caught between seeking the approval of Kate's father or taking the risk that he might reject my request," William said. "So I devised a plan to ask Kate first, knowing that her father would then be unable to refuse it." His gamble paid off and soon after, William spoke with Michael, who graciously gave them his blessing. While the order may have been unconventional, it was still a profoundly important moment for both families.
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Beyond reminiscing on past tales, it's clear the bond between William, Kate and her parents remains incredibly strong to this day. The prince went on to express his gratitude for the unwavering support and love shown by Carol and Michael over the years. "Kate's family is incredibly close-knit and I have formed a strong bond with them. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have their unwavering support," he said.
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This closeness was on full display when the Middletons were warmly embraced into Royal events following Kate and William's marriage. From their inclusion in the coronations of King Charles and Queen Camilla to attending Queen Elizabeth's state funeral, the families have supported each other through both joyous and sombre occasions. Their proximity has also increased in recent years with the Wales family relocating to their new home in Windsor, not far from the Middleton's Bucklebury residence.
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Most recently in early 2024, Prince William was spotted enjoying precious downtime with his in-laws at their Royal Ascot outing. All smiling and laughing together, it showed the relaxed, playful bond they still share even after all these years. With Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis now back in school come the fall, it's likely the prince will make the most of his remaining summer weeks catching up with the extended family he holds so dear.
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Through hilarious tales from the past and their close present-day rapport, it's clear to see how much the Wales and Middleton families value one another. From awkward proposal talks to near-helicopter disasters, their story shows that relationships take work at any level. But with care, understanding and good humor, strong familial bonds can endure regardless of position. As the future King and Queen Consort, William and Kate will no doubt continue cherishing the unwavering support network provided by her loving parents for years to come.
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