His Earthshot Prize initiative has been making remarkable progress, having already distributed $29 million to support 15 innovative solutions to the climate crisis. Additionally, his efforts to combat homelessness in the UK have been notable. Last week, the HomeWords Foundation launched a deeply moving exhibition titled "Homelessness."
William's work goes beyond tangible achievements; it's also about transforming attitudes and perceptions. His recent activities include a social media appearance with Princess Catherine, celebrating the end of the Paris Olympics. The couple took a break from their summer vacation to commend Team GB on their accomplishments. This public appearance was significant not only because it marked Princess Catherine's first sighting since Wimbledon but also because of Prince William's new beard, which sparked excitement among royal fans.
Prince William, who is typically clean-shaven, was last seen with a beard on Christmas Day 2008. His new vacation beard has reignited discussions about the "beard wars" between him and his brother, Prince Harry. This look has reignited interest in a debate highlighted in Harry's tell-all book, "Spare." According to the memoir, William was upset that Harry was allowed to keep his beard for his wedding, despite it being against protocol.
One friend of William noted that his public appearance with a beard was an unexpected twist in the so-called "beard wars," referencing the tense argument between the royal brothers that contributed to the deterioration of their relationship. The debate over facial hair was reportedly one of the many issues that caused friction between them. Prince William was reportedly frustrated with Harry's repeated attempts to secure special treatment from their grandmother, the late Queen.
According to sources, Harry’s insistence on personal requests from the Queen, disregarding the distinction between monarch and family, was seen as problematic. It was a contentious issue, but many agree that William’s concerns were valid. Military regulations, at the time, prohibited beards for serving members to ensure gas masks sealed properly. Harry’s request for a beard on his wedding day had to be personally approved by the Queen, causing further friction.
The reason for William's beard has been speculated to be an attempt to disguise his identity during a Special Boat Service mission before joining the RAF. This theory is supported by the fact that his father, King Charles, also grew a beard during naval exercises in Alaska in 1975.
In the recent social media clip, William, dressed casually in a polo shirt, praised the achievements of Team GB, but many viewers were more focused on his new look. Comments flooded in, with fans expressing their admiration for the beard and their delight at seeing Catherine again. One fan exclaimed, "William's beard era is back," while another appreciated the rare sight of Catherine.
