Prince George boldly challenged royal protocol during a recent sacred ceremony, leaving senior royals stunned.
The controversy centers around the strict tradition that once a royal heir turns 12, they must not travel with other direct heirs on the same plane, to protect the line of succession in case of accidents.
Prince George, who recently turned 12, reportedly defied this rule by traveling with his parents, Prince William and Catherine, as well as his siblings, breaking a 30-year-old family tradition.
William and Kate Middleton have been known for modernizing royal family norms and raising their children with a sense of normalcy. Their decision to keep Prince George close during trips reflects this modern approach but has caused tension among more traditional members of the family who view this as a breach of crucial safety protocol.
This incident was part of a broader pattern of Prince George asserting his future role boldly, including standing in for his father at events like Royal Ascot in 2025. The private royal family has been watching closely as the younger generation begins to navigate the balance between tradition and modernity.