The Prince of Wales has spoken about his relationship with his younger brother during a television appearance, marking one of his rare public comments on the matter. While discussing his own children’s future, William reflected on aspects of his childhood that he hopes to avoid repeating.
During the conversation, which centered on his eldest son’s future role, William emphasized his desire to create positive change within the monarchy. “I want to ensure we don’t revert to some of the practices from the past that my brother and I experienced,” he stated. “I’m committed to making certain we move forward rather than backward in that regard.”
The royal expressed his enthusiasm for implementing measured reforms, noting that he welcomes evolution within the institution. “Change for the better is something I embrace rather than fear,” William explained. “The opportunity to contribute to meaningful progress is what motivates me—not radical transformation, but necessary adjustments.”
The comments come amid ongoing distance between the brothers, with the younger having relocated overseas several years ago after stepping back from official duties. In his recent memoir, the younger royal detailed various aspects of their relationship dynamics and childhood experiences, describing himself as “the spare” to his brother’s position as heir.
Despite the published accounts of their relationship strains, the younger royal has maintained that his disclosures were intended as corrections rather than attacks. He has previously stated that his motivation was accountability rather than retaliation, and credited his wife with encouraging transparency.
Recent months have seen some movement in family relations, with the younger royal meeting with their father in London last month. When questioned about the encounter at a public event, he offered a brief, positive assessment of their interaction.
Sources indicate that arrangements for the meeting had been in development for several months, following public expressions of hope for reconciliation earlier this year.
