In a world where the lives of the royal family often make headlines, a recent viral video has captured the attention of the public, revealing a touching moment of kindness from Prince William.
The footage, which has been viewed millions of times, showcases the future king’s compassion and concern for those around him.
Prince William helps fallen dignitary
The viral video in question dates back to 2016, when Prince William and his wife, Princess Kate, were attending a royal engagement at a school in Harlow, just north of London.
As the couple arrived and William was shaking hands with the waiting hosts, a surprising incident occurred.
The then vice lord-lieutenant of Essex, Jonathan Douglas-Hughes, unexpectedly fell backwards over a bollard.
Without hesitation, Prince William swiftly moved to offer the dignitary a helping hand, asking if he was alright once back on his feet.
This moment of kindness, captured on camera, has since been shared widely on social media, with users praising the prince’s compassionate response.
One X user commented: “It’s heartening to see acts of kindness like this. In a world where power often overshadows compassion, these gestures remind us of the importance of helping one another, no matter our status.”
Another commented: “Prince William is a genuine and kind person. Helping others is second nature to him. The UK is lucky to have him as their future King.”
A user said: “This is very kind of prince William.”
The resurfaced footage comes at a time when the Prince and Princess of Wales have been less visible in the public eye, with Princess Kate’s recent health issues taking priority.
In the absence of the couple’s regular royal duties, their fans have taken to reminiscing about past highlights and important moments from their 13-year marriage.
This heartwarming moment of kindness has struck a chord with many, offering a glimpse into the true character of Prince William and the values he holds dear.
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