The year was roughly 2004 or 2005, when Prince William and Kate were still in the “hush-hush” phase of their romance. Harry was living with William at their shared cottage—a setup that must have been hilarious for everyone involved.
Imagine two royal brothers trying to keep a normal living space clean while a future queen visits. Harry later admitted he was nervous, which is both adorable and hilarious. After all, this was the guy who’d later wear a Nazi costume to a party—he wasn’t exactly known for his social grace.
The First Moment: Harry’s “Verdict”
According to royal insiders, Harry’s first impression of Kate was instant warmth. He didn’t just like her—he approved. And for William, that was probably the biggest relief of his life.
Harry later joked that Kate was “the perfect match” for his brother, and he meant it. But he also famously teased her about something that would become a running joke for years: her endless patience with William’s messy habits.
“She’s the one who can actually get him to pick up his socks,” Harry once quipped. And honestly, that’s the kind of loyalty you want in a sister-in-law.
