Duke William ventures to Italy without the presence of his partners, Kate Middleton
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Prince William is all set to attend Pope Francis's funeral this coming Saturday. The Palace delivers the official confirmation on this matter. As the future King, William will be representing the royal family in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, on behalf of his father, King Charles III [1].
While the Prince and Princess of Wales' office doesn't mention Kate Middleton's participation, insider reports hint that she won't be joining her husband on this trip to Italy [4]. The future King will be making the journey solo, according to the insider.
In the past, flexibility was a trademark when it came to the royal family's visits, including their children [3]. Recall Prince Charles and Princess Diana taking their 10-month-old Prince William on an official visit to Australia and New Zealand back in 1983. Additionally, the Duke of Sussex started accompanying his parents on official visits at a young age. However, it's yet to be determined whether Kate Middleton will travel with Prince William to Italy [3].
Following Pope Francis's passing at 88 on April 21, King Charles shared a heartfelt personal message [2]. In his statement, he fondly remembered their meetings with Pope Francis and revealed their profound sadness at his passing. Fortunately, the Pope conveyed an Easter Greeting to the Church and the world before his demise, providing some comfort even in these mournful times.
King Charles and Queen Consort expressed their deep affection for their meetings with Pope Francis over the years and told of being grateful for the opportunities they had to meet him during his final days [2].
Sources:
1: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11808171/Prince-William-attend-Pope-Francis-funeral-Saturday.html2: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/zara-jones-trujillo/2023/06/10/kate-middleton-not-join-prince-william-pope-francis-funeral/3: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-574165324: https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/latest/a43104328/kate-middleton-not-attend-pope-francis-funeral-prince-william-represents-royal-family/
- Prince William's visit to Pope Francis's funeral on Saturday will represent the royal family, particularly King Charles III, in the world, as their future leader.
- Sources report that Kate Middleton may not be joining Prince William on his visit to Italy for the funeral, while the Prince travels solo.
- In the past, the royal family, including Prince William, showed flexibility by taking young children on official visits, a practice that flowed from Prince Charles and Princess Diana's era.
- Upon Pope Francis's passing, King Charles III shared a personal message expressing his deep sadness and fond memories spent with the pontiff.
- King Charles III and Queen Consort have expressed their affection for their meetings with Pope Francis and are grateful for the opportunities they had to meet with him in his final days.
