Breaking Down Rose Hanbury’s Decor Scandal as Prince William Rumors Continue to Swirl
Rose Hanbury, Prince William. Getty Images(2)
Rose Hanbury is at the center of a major conspiracy involving the British royals, but this time it doesn't involve rumors of infidelity. The 40-year-old has been in the news due to her ties to Prince William, especially as questions about Princess Kate Middleton's location are on the rise. Now, it seems that even her home furnishings are under scrutiny.
Internet detectives have found multiple photoshoots of Hanbury and her husband, David Cholmondeley, 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley, posing in different rooms of their Norfolk, England home, Houghton Hall. The pictures, mostly from a May 2013 Vanity Fair feature and a May 2023 Financial Times article, show the couple posing with what seems to be various oriental decor pieces believed to have been looted from China during the Qing dynasty.
Recently, one user on X platform commented on the #KateGate / #WhereIsKate situation, mentioning the interest that has spiked worldwide in Rose Hanbury and her mysterious link to Prince William. The user shared the photos of Hanbury and her husband, pointing out that Chinese observers scrutinized the images of the Marquis and Marchioness of Cholmondeley in their stunning stately home. They noticed the presence of authentic Chinese furniture and artifacts that were reportedly taken from China during the fall of the Qing dynasty, causing anger among them.
The message continued: The Marquis of Cholmondeley supposedly inherited these controversial pieces from his Sassoon relatives. The Sassoons acquired them by looting Qing China during their opium trading days. Chinese netizens spotted the artifacts in the background of a photoshoot at Houghton Hall.
The Sassoon family was known for their trading empire in the 19th century, engaging in business with various countries, including China. It remains a mystery how the items came into the possession of the Sassoons and now the Marquis and Marchioness of Cholmondeley. Sybil Sassoon, Cholmondeley's paternal grandmother, may hold a clue to this connection.
Former BuzzFeed royal reporter Ellie Hall shared her thoughts on the latest controversy, describing it as one of the "favorite unexpected side-plots" in the ongoing royal family drama.
Breaking Down Rose Hanbury’s Decor Scandal as Prince William Rumors Continue to Swirl
Hanbury has a long-standing connection with the royal family, dating back several years. She even attended Kate and William's wedding in 2011. Fast forward to eight years later, rumors began circulating about an affair between Hanbury and William. In 2019, various sources reported that Kate and Hanbury had a disagreement due to the alleged infidelity.
Royal watchers recently raised affair rumors when Kate's location was in question following her abdominal surgery in January. Social media users speculated about the Princess of Wales' health, suggesting that William and Hanbury's alleged affair was keeping her out of the public eye.
According to Business Insider, Hanbury's lawyers have dismissed the rumors as completely false.
Nick Bullen, the Editor-in-Chief of True Royalty TV, shared with us on Tuesday, March 19, that Rose Hanbury is feeling "very upset" about the resurfacing infidelity rumors.
Bullen emphasized, "I have close contacts who are very familiar with the Marchioness of Cholmondeley, and they are certain that she was not involved in any romantic relationship with the Prince of Wales."
Editor's P/S:
The recent controversy surrounding Rose Hanbury and her home furnishings highlights the complex and often controversial history of looted artifacts. It is essential to acknowledge the rightful ownership of such cultural treasures and to ensure their repatriation to their countries of origin. The presence of these artifacts in private collections raises questions about ethics and the legacy of colonialism.
Furthermore, the ongoing rumors of an affair between Hanbury and Prince William serve as a reminder of the intense scrutiny and speculation that surrounds the British royal family. While the rumors have been denied by Hanbury's lawyers, they continue to fuel speculation and create a narrative that can damage the reputations of both Hanbury and the royal family. It is important to approach such rumors with skepticism and to rely on credible sources of information when discussing sensitive topics involving public figures.