Let’s celebrate William and Kate’s wedding anniversary by reliving some of their quiet, romantic moments from the last 13 years.

Most royal fans know the couple aren’t big on overt public displays of affection (PDA), so most tender moments between the pair are as understated as they are genuine. A light touch here, a peck on the cheek there.

From the grandeur of royal duties to the intimacy of shared laughter, each captured moment offers a glimpse into William and Kate’s affectionate bond. Let’s take a look:

AN OLYMPIC EMBRACE

Let’s start our romantic round-up by rewinding back to the 2012 Olympics. Back in the early days of their marriage, William and Kate’s public displays of affection were incredibly rare—so this celebratory embrace was a real treat for royal watchers:

Prince William and Kate Middleton embracing. Dressed in sporty polo shirts, the pair hug in celebration. Both smiling, Kate grabs William’s shoulders and he has his hands around her waist.  

Photographers captured the jubilant moment, showing beaming Kate grabbing William’s shoulders as he puts his hands around her waist. This was a public display of their private affection, the excitement of the moment bringing them closer.

WIMBLEDON WHISPERS

Sporting appearances have always been a source of candid joy for royal watchers. Between play, William and Kate’s interactions are a dance of whispers and laughter, a private language developed over years of partnership.

Prince William and Kate Middleton share a whisper at Wimbledon. The

This photograph was also taken during the 2012 Olympic Games. The pair watched Great Britain’s Andy Murray take on Spain’s Nicolas Almagro at Wimbledon. Wouldn’t you love to know what the pair were whispering about?

It’s always fun watching the couple’s wide range of animated facial expressions during play, as they chat to one another, share inside jokes, cheer on players, laugh and react to shocking moments on the court.

COMPETITIVE COUPLE

William and Kate love a bit of healthy competition. It’s well-documented—the pair have admitted as much during a podcast interview! They’re always game to take on new challenges during royal engagements, which often leads to playful moments caught on camera.

The Princess of Wales attempts archery while her husband playfully jeers and laughs behind her.

In 2023, photographers captured once such moment during King Charles’s Coronation Weekend. At a Big Help Out event with the Scouts, William and Kate turned their hands to archery. The pair were in their element, with laughter in their eyes while playfully jeering one another.

4. A STEADY HAND

This chivalrous moment took place at the Royal Variety Performance last November—the Prince offered his wife a steadying hand as the pair climbed the stairs at the Royal Albert Hall.

William and Kate hold hands as the prince helps his wife up the stairs of the Royal Albert Hall. Both are dressed in formalwear.

It was a subtle testament to their supportive partnership, a moment of poise and grace under the limelight.

PLAYFUL LAUGHTER

April 2023 brought another delightful exchange, as William, ever the sport, attempted to take a booking at an Indian restaurant during a visit to Birmingham.

Prince William chats on the phone, as his wife looks on, laughing.

The Princess’s laughter echoed her husband’s playful antics, who left an unsuspecting customer with a memorable story. It’s lovely to see the pair sharing a fun moment.

The Princess is in hysterics at her husband who has just finished his phone call with a poor unsuspecting customer.