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The Princess of Wales’s nerves got the better of her during her public debut and it is a moment royal fans will remember for a long time.
On November 16, 2010, Prince William formally introduced Kate Middleton to the world as a press interview was held at the State Apartments at St James’s Palace.
While the royal lovebirds looked excited and joyous for their very important engagement photocall, esteemed royal photographer, Arthur Edwards, recalled just how nervous the future Princess of Wales actually was behind the scenes.
According to the photographer, when he went to get a close-up shot of Kate’s beautiful sapphire ring she was so nervous that her hand began to shake.
In the picture taken, you can see Prince William levelling his hand under hers in a sweet moment – ready to steady it.
The moment is not the first time Kate’s pre-marital nerves were noticed by royal fans. A clip of the couple’s engagement interview also went viral on TikTok, showing the moment Kate is asked how she feels about becoming a working member of the Royal Family.
Kate said: “It’s obviously nerve-wracking because I don’t know what I’m doing – I sort of don’t know the ropes really.” She fights her nerves and then says: “I’m willing to learn quickly and work hard.”
William then pats his wife’s leg and exclaims: “She’ll do really well.”
Fans were quick to notice the Princess’ “nerves” and share their thoughts on the romantic moment.
Underneath the video on TikTok, a fan wrote: “She is perfect, elegant, classy beautiful and has NEVER put a foot wrong, she is the most amazing Queen in waiting.”