Unexpected Talents of the Royal Family: Prince William, Princess Kate, and Beyond

The royal family boasts an impressive range of talents, with Prince William, Princess Kate, and others possessing unique skills. One of the most notable is Princess Kate's proficiency in playing the piano, which she learned during her youth and continues to showcase beautifully.

According to her former instructor, Daniel Nicholl, Kate started taking piano lessons when she was around 10 or 11 years old and continued until she was 13, between the years of 1993 and 1995. Nicholl described Kate as a delightful person to teach and noted that she, along with her siblings James and Pippa Middleton, were just normal piano pupils. While Nicholl doesn't believe Kate was destined to be a concert pianist, he did acknowledge that she was good at playing and always followed his instructions.

The Duchess of Cambridge showcased her musical prowess in December 2021 at the Royal Carols: Together at Christmas concert, where she collaborated with Tom Walker to perform his song "For Those Who Can't Be Here" for the BBC broadcast. Later on, she returned to the stage to perform with Eurovision 2022 winner Kalush, delivering a new version of their victorious track "Stefania." Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, is also known for his talents; during a public event in Galway, Ireland, he impressed his wife by showcasing his juggling skills and expertly balancing three balls.

During their visit, the Irish Foreign Ministry tweeted that Prince William could be a great representative for Galway 2020 Capital of Culture, the event that the couple was exploring. Even the three children of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall have their own unique talents. According to an insider in April 2022, Princess Charlotte adores acrobatics and acting and loves to put on performances whenever she has the chance.

About a year ago, William shared the music preferences of his children, which they enjoy listening and dancing to at home. During the conclusion of the Apple Fitness+ series "Time to Walk," the University of St Andrews alumnus mentioned that there is usually a dispute between Charlotte and George every morning over which song to play. William now has to alternate between letting one child choose the music one day and the other child the next day due to the high demand for particular songs.

Charlotte is a huge fan of Shakira’s hit song “Waka Waka” and loves moving to its rhythmic beat. William shared during a December 2021 episode that Charlotte can often be found twirling around the kitchen in her dresses and ballet attire, completely caught up in the music. Louis is not far behind, trying to mimic his sister's every move. These moments are filled with pure joy as the children dance, sing, and play around.

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Royal Family’s Hidden Talents: Prince William, Princess Kate and More Show Off Surprising Skills

The royal family is a truly gifted group, with Prince William and Princess Kate among those possessing unique talents. In fact, the Princess of Wales, who wed William in 2011, is a skilled pianist, having honed her craft since childhood through lessons and practice.

According to her former instructor, Daniel Nicholl, Kate began taking piano lessons around the age of 10 or 11 and continued until she was 13, between the years 1993 and 1995. Nicholl described her as a delightful student who was good at playing the piano and always followed instructions. While he did not believe she would become a concert pianist, Nicholl fondly remembered Kate and her siblings as lovely, normal piano pupils.

At the Royal Carols: Together at Christmas concert in December 2021, the Duchess of Cambridge impressed the audience with her musical abilities as she teamed up with Tom Walker to perform his song "For Those Who Can't Be Here" for the BBC broadcast. Later on, in a new rendition of their award-winning track "Stefania," Kate displayed her piano skills once again, performing alongside Eurovision 2022 winner Kalush. The Prince of Wales, William, also shares a talent in juggling, as seen during one of the couple's public engagements in Galway, Ireland in March 2020, where he expertly balanced three balls to the surprise of his wife.

During their visit, the Irish Foreign Ministry tweeted about Prince William's potential to represent Galway 2020 Capital of Culture, which was the event the couple were attending. As for the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall's children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, they all possess unique talents. According to an insider in April 2022, Charlotte has a passion for acrobatics and acting, and frequently puts on performances whenever she can.

About a year ago, William shared his children's preferred music for listening and dancing around the house. During the "Time to Walk" finale of the Apple Fitness+ series, the University of St Andrews graduate revealed that there is typically a disagreement between Charlotte and George over which song to play in the morning. To address this, William has implemented a system where each child gets a turn to choose the music, taking turns day by day. The demand for music in the household is high.

Charlotte’s favorite song is Shakira’s “Waka Waka,” and she loves to dance to the beat. William shared during a December 2021 episode that Charlotte happily runs around the kitchen in her dresses and ballet attire, while Louis follows her lead and tries to mimic her moves. This joyful moment is filled with dancing, singing, and lots of laughter as the children let loose and have fun.

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Princess Kate’s Piano Playing

Kate dazzled Eurovision viewers in May 2023 when she performed a surprise duet with the competition's previous winner, Ukrainian rap group Kalush.

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Prince William’s Juggling

During the 2020 European Capital of Culture showcase in Galway, William delighted fellow attendees with his surprise circus skills.

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Prince Harry’s Guitar Playing

During the release of their Harry & Meghan docuseries in December 2022, Spare author and wife Meghan Markle unveiled a collection of previously unreleased photos capturing their romance. Among them was a snapshot of Harry playing an acoustic guitar while enjoying a picnic with his beloved spouse.

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Meghan Markle’s Calligraphy

Meghan had a diverse career before tying the knot with Prince Harry. She made a name for herself as an actress, activist, and blogger, while also working as a freelance calligrapher to supplement her income. Paper Source CEO Winnie Park revealed that Meghan taught calligraphy and led workshops for customers during a two-hour class, all while juggling auditions and pursuing her dreams.

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Princess Charlotte’s Acrobatics

After Charlotte attended the Commonwealth Games with her parents in August 2022, mom Kate gushed over her little girl’s own athletic pursuits.

“Charlotte spends most of her time upside-down, doing handstands and cartwheels,” Kate quipped to the athletes, per the Daily Mail.

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Prince George’s Painting

William and Kate proudly showcased their eldest child's artistic flair during the Christmas of 2022. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge shared an adorable snapshot of George's charming painting featuring a reindeer, its nose adorned with a delicate layer of snow. The image was posted on their verified social media handles for their followers to cherish.

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King Charles III’s Cello Playing

"I have fond memories of my time playing in Trinity College's orchestra, even though I wasn't the best musician," reminisced the king, who became monarch in September 2022 following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. He recalled attempting to practice Beethoven's Fifth Symphony in his Cambridge room with an old record conducted by the renowned Herbert von Karajan from the 1960s. "I sat there with my cello and tuning fork, and when I played along to the recording, he conducted it at an incredible speed – it was a challenge to keep up!"

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Princess Eugenie’s Painting

On World Art Day in April 2020, Princess Eugenie, the youngest daughter of Prince Andrew and ex Sarah Ferguson, shared on Instagram that she is also an aspiring artist. She expressed her enjoyment in looking through her old art and crafts, and hoped that this time could inspire more creativity in others who enjoy it.

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Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor’s Carriage Driving

Lady Louise, who is the daughter of Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie, followed in late grandfather Prince Philip’s equestrian footsteps.

Louise fondly reminisced about her experience learning carriage driving from her grandfather, Prince Philip, in the BBC documentary Prince Philip: The Royal Family Remembers. Despite feeling both nervous and thrilled due to her grandfather's invention of the sport, Louise was grateful for his guidance and mentorship. Prince Philip's enthusiasm for the sport was evident in how he always inquired about her competitions with excitement. During their carriage driving sessions, the Duke of Edinburgh would take Louise on a different route each day and regale her with amusing anecdotes. Louise considered her grandfather to be one of the most fascinating individuals she had ever met.

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Zara Tindall’s Horseback Riding

Zara Tindall, daughter of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips, is a renowned equestrian. She represented the United Kingdom at the 2012 Olympic Games in London and emerged victorious with a silver medal in the team event.