A former classmate of Prince William has shared a humorous anecdote from their school days, illustrating the future King’s early aspirations. Humphrey Ker, an actor and comedian, recalled an entertaining moment during their time at Ludgrove School in Berkshire, where students were asked to express what they wanted to be when they grew up.
Ker, who later attended Eton College alongside William, noted that while many classmates dreamt of becoming pilots or football players, William’s response was unexpectedly different. “He said, ‘I want to be a policeman.’ And everyone burst out laughing,” Ker recounted in an interview with the Telegraph. “Of course he wasn’t going to be a policeman; we all knew everything that was going to happen in his life – he was going to be king.”
While the conversation centered on William’s childhood ambitions, attention has shifted to his younger brother, Prince Harry, and the potential for his return to royal duties. Following the departure of Prince Andrew from active royal responsibilities, royal photographer Ian Pelham Turner suggested this might open avenues for Harry’s reconciliation with the family.
Turner stated, “All these negotiations, perhaps, for example, with Harry have been accelerated. I think William feels very aggrieved at Harry. So Charles has done a trade-off.” This speculation comes in the wake of Harry’s recent essay published for Remembrance Day, in which he expressed heartfelt sentiments about his connection to the UK. He wrote that Britain “is, and always will be, the country I proudly served and fought for.”
The essay has prompted responses from royal commentators regarding Harry’s status as an expatriate. Veteran royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams remarked to Fox News, “Harry’s essay on Remembrance Day showed him at his best and also highlighted his status as an exile. Exiles feel deep regret.” He further noted that the military experience significantly shaped Harry’s identity, particularly in the wake of his mother’s death, which continues to impact him.
Fitzwilliams also emphasized Harry’s contributions through initiatives like the Invictus Games, describing it as a remarkable achievement. “His words clearly came from the heart and were all the more moving for that. His respect and affection for Queen Elizabeth II, whom he called ‘my Commander-in-Chief,’ is undoubted,” he added.
As discussions unfold regarding the future roles of both William and Harry within the royal framework, it remains to be seen how these dynamics will evolve in light of familial ties and public expectations. The nostalgic recollections of their school days serve as a reminder of the personal histories that continue to shape the narratives of the British monarchy.
