se unscripted moments—the jokes, the glances, the spontaneous laughter—that cut through the pomp and remind people why they care.
Why the World Still Calls Her Kate Middleton
Despite now holding the title of Princess of Wales, Catherine is still overwhelmingly known by her maiden name. And according to PR expert Megan Boyle, that’s no accident.
“People have grown up with her as Kate Middleton,” Boyle told Express. “It’s more than habit—it’s a kind of cultural shorthand, part of the fairytale image that people relate to.”
There’s also a practical side. In an era dominated by online search and visibility, “Kate Middleton” still performs better than her official titles in terms of SEO, which means media outlets have little incentive to change the name most readers are typing.
“The consistency keeps her accessible,” Boyle adds. “And it reinforces the idea that despite becoming a royal, she’s still somehow ‘one of us.’”
An Off-the-Cuff Moment with Staying Power
William’s lighthearted jab—delivered with that signature Windsor charm—wasn’t just comic relief. It underscored the couple’s enduring connection, their ability to balance the weight of monarchy with the lightness of being present, real, and human.
As the fan’s compliment lingers online, so does the warmth of the exchange. In a world that often sees the royals through the lens of protocol and perfection, it’s these fleeting, unscripted interactions that keep their story alive—and keep people watching.
Whether as Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, or now the Princess of Wales, her public image remains as timeless as it is relatable. And if you ask the internet—or that blushing fan in Scotland—she’s still the fairest of them all.