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Royal expert cites friendship as key to William and Kate’s happy marriage

Ingrid Seward told HELLO! that Prince William and Kate Middleton were close friends before they became a couple during their April anniversary celebrations.

Royal expert reveals secret behind Prince William, Kate Middleton's happy marriage
File photo Royal expert reveals secret behind Prince William, Kate Middleton's happy marriage Photo: The News International

Early university connection defined the pair

Seward recalled how William drove to Bucklebury to take Catherine out for a long chat at a local pub. She described Kate as his sounding board during those early years when they were both students.

Kate offered practical career advice to him

The expert noted that Kate advised William to switch from History of Art to Geography if he was unhappy with his studies. William followed this suggestion and changed his course, a decision Seward credits to their strong friendship.

Couple marked fifteen years with family photo

The royal couple shared a sweet image of themselves with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis in April. They posted the picture with the message celebrating fifteen years of marriage at Westminster Abbey.

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