In June 1982, Princess Diana confided in a friend about her hopes and dreams for her infant son, Prince William, and they just came true, says the friend-turned-royal correspondent.
11:14 ET, 28 May 2025Updated 11:25 ET, 28 May 2025
Princess Diana was 21-years-old when she had her first child, Prince William and she had a feeling he’d be welcomed by the public, says her former friend(Image: Getty Images)
Princess Diana’s prescient words about her first child, Prince William, have just come true, in which her former friend has confirmed in a new interview, following the latest popularity survey results.
A fresh YouGov poll has crowned the Prince of Wales as the most beloved royal, with approximately 75% of respondents holding a positive view of the future king, who has spoken openly about “doing things different.”
His spouse, Kate Middleton, is hot on his heels with a 72% approval rating., reports the Scottish Daily Express.
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Diana, who gave birth to William at the tender age of 21, confided to a royal reporter in June 1982 that the nation was “lucky” to have him, alluding to his eventual widespread admiration.
In an interview with the Mirror UK, Jennie Bond, former BBC Royal Correspondent, said: “As Diana once said to me: ‘William’s alright. The country is very lucky to have William.’ I think she was bang on.”
Harry and William have been rivals since they were young boys, it’s been reported (Image: Getty Images)
Bond has known William his entire life, watching him grow up, and shared her thoughts on what she sees in him.
Bond said: “Clearly, William is doing something very right. His informal, approachable way of going about his work is resonating with the public.”
She added: “Even the way he talks is different to previous generations. He’s well spoken, of course, but not overly posh. He dresses well, of course, but is quite often wearing jeans and trainers.”
“He’ll pose for selfies with the crowds, he’ll even work the camera for them if they get flustered! All this adds up to a prince and future King who seems reasonably in touch – despite his privileged status.
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