The Crown Chronicles: Unveiling the Captivating Journey of Prince William & Kate Middleton's Relationship

Summary

The Crown's highly anticipated season 6 will delve into the origins of Prince William and Kate Middleton's love story, shedding light on their initial encounter as fellow scholars at St. Andrew's University.

The series's objective is to portray the contrasting aspects of the British royal family's history, highlighting its uniqueness in comparison to other content on the subject, despite disapproval from Buckingham Palace.

Detailing the timeline of William and Kate's relationship, it encompasses their initial public appearance in 2004, a temporary break-up in 2007, their 2010 engagement featuring Princess Diana's former ring, their 2011 wedding, and the subsequent births of their three children.

With the upcoming season 6 of The Crown expected to depict the early stages of Prince William and Kate Middleton's relationship, it is interesting to delve into their complete timeline together. While the show has faced criticism from Buckingham Palace, its unique ability to showcase both the beauty and the challenges of the royal family's history sets it apart from other content related to the Royal Family.

In addition to exploring the infamous Charles and Diana saga, The Crown will also delve into the comparatively stable relationship of William and Kate. Set photos of the series have confirmed that it will portray their initial encounter as students at St. Andrew's University. However, it remains uncertain how much of their journey together the show will cover. Nevertheless, it is important to have a comprehensive understanding of William and Kate's relationship, from their first meeting to the arrival of their first children.

2001: Kate Middleton & Prince William Meet At College

Kate Middleton and Prince William crossed paths for the first time in 2001 at St. Andrew’s University in Scotland, where they were both students. However, their connection didn't immediately turn into a romantic relationship. Instead, they spent more than a year as friends, gradually realizing their shared affections. It was during a university fashion show when William was captivated by Kate's elegance as she gracefully showcased a sheer dress. In 2003, after cohabiting with friends in a four-bedroom flat, the couple took the significant leap of moving into their own apartment.

April 1, 2004: Kate Middleton & Prince William's Relationship Goes Public

2007: Kate Middleton & Prince William Briefly Split Up

After maintaining their relationship in secrecy for approximately a year, Kate and William decided to go public with their love. The couple chose to reveal their romance during a skiing getaway at Klosters resort in Switzerland, where they knowingly allowed paparazzi to capture their moments. A close friend later confirmed that they had been seeing each other for quite some time. It took approximately two years for Kate to make her first appearance at a Royal event. She attended Prince William's graduation from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, a significant occasion graced by the presence of the Queen herself.

In April 2007, it was confirmed by a source that Kate Middleton and Prince William had ended their relationship, though their split was said to be amicable. The speculation surrounding their breakup pointed to the increasing media pressure and their differing career paths as the reasons behind it. However, just two months later, they crossed paths again at a party held at William's army barracks in Bovington, Dorset. In an interview announcing their engagement (via ITV), William shed light on the breakup, stating, "We were both very young, it happened during our time at university when we were still trying to figure out who we were, developing as individuals."

October 20, 2010: Prince William Proposes To Kate Middleton

After being in a relationship for approximately seven years, Prince William asked Kate Middleton to marry him on October 20, 2010. During their engagement interview, William confessed that marriage had been a topic of discussion between them, so the proposal didn't come as a huge surprise. Nonetheless, a significant amount of planning went into the proposal, which took place while they were on vacation in Kenya. William reminisces about putting considerable effort into showcasing his "romantic side." The engagement ring he presented to Kate held sentimental value as it had belonged to his late mother, Princess Diana. The tragic death of Princess Diana will also be featured in The Crown season 6.

April 29, 2011: Kate & Prince William Get Married

Kate Middleton, after six months of engagement, tied the knot with Prince William in April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. This grand wedding became one of the most-watched events in history, attracting an estimated audience ranging from 162 million to a staggering two billion people (via Vogue). Serving as the best man was Prince Harry, before their relationship grew complicated. Following their marriage, William and Kate were bestowed with the titles Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

July 22, 2013: Kate & Prince William Welcome Their First Child

May 2, 2015: Kate & Prince William Welcome Their First Daughter

After being married for two years, Prince William and Duchess Kate joyfully welcomed their first child, George. The little one was born at St. Mary's Hospital in London after a laborious 14-hour delivery. In a beautiful and nostalgic gesture, William and Kate posed on the very steps of St. Mary's Hospital, just as his parents, Charles and Diana, had done on the day of his own birth in 1982. Given that George is the eldest child of William and Kate, he is destined to become the future King of England, inheriting the throne from his father.

Approximately two years after Prince George was born, Kate and William joyfully announced the arrival of their second child, who was named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana. She holds the official title of Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge. Similar to Prince George, the couple enjoyed a week-long "babymoon" vacation before the birth, and once again, Charlotte was delivered at St. Mary's Hospital in London. Currently, Princess Charlotte is fourth in line to the British throne, following her older brother George.

April 23, 2018: Kate & Prince William Welcome Their Third Child

September 9, 2022: William & Kate Become Prince & Princess of Wales Following The Queen’s Passing

: After three years of Princess Charlotte's birth, Kate and William joyfully welcomed their youngest child, Louis. His name, Louis, was chosen as a tribute to Prince William's own name, William Arthur Phillip Louis. As tradition dictates, the couple proudly posed with their newborn infant on the iconic steps of St. Mary's Hospital. Shortly after, the entire family, excluding baby Louis, gathered to celebrate Prince Harry's wedding to Meghan Markle the following month. It has been reported that William and Kate have made the decision not to expand their family further, possibly due to William's satisfaction with three children and the challenges faced by Kate during each pregnancy with hyperemesis gravidarum.

Queen Elizabeth II passed away on September 8, 2022, at the age of 96. Following her demise, King Charles III ascended the throne, making Prince William's father the new monarch. In accordance with tradition, William and Kate, as the next in line for the throne, assumed the roles of Prince and Princess of Wales. The announcement of their title was officially made the day after the Queen's passing. During King Charles's first royal address, he emphasized (according to the Royal source), "Our new Prince and Princess of Wales will undoubtedly continue to inspire and lead our national conversations." This particular event is likely to occur too late in the timeline to be featured in The Crown season 6.

Source: ITV, Vogue, Royal,