A Body-Language Expert Says Kate and William’s Smiles Were “Unconvincing” and “Defiant” Yesterday
Kate Middleton and Prince William stepped out for the first public engagement since the publication of Prince Harry’s bombshell-filled memoir (special shout-out to the section where he talks about his frostbitten penis). And while they looked happy enough, apparently there was a lot going on behind those smiles.
Body-language expert Judi James tells The Sun that William’s smile—especially on the way to the event—was “unconvincing, more like an attempt to suggest he’s ignoring all the pelting from his brother than a sign of genuine happiness or pleasure. His eyes look reflective and the mouth shape looks incongruent.”
That said, James notes there were some “more positive” body-language cues present—like when William and Kate performed “a perfect example of togetherness, teamwork, and resilience as they wave to the crowds in unison.”
“This looks like their PR moment when they tell the world their official, synchronized response to Harry’s leaks,” she adds. “Their feet walk in step and their hands are raised in matching waves that are more modest than the traditional royal wave and with the flattened palms and slightly splayed fingers, creating a suggestion of unity and friendship with the crowds.”
Meanwhile, William’s upper lip hinted at his “suppressed emotions,” due to being “held tight, making his smile look tense.” But Kate managed to keep things more relaxed.
“Kate even throws a slightly cheeky-looking, fun, over-the-shoulder smile to the fans that really does seem to suggest it is business as usual,” James says. “Her expression here forms the perfect defiant response to Harry’s barrage of claims and accusations.”
Neither Wills nor Kate has said anything in response to Harry’s memoir, but William did get asked if he was hurt by his brother’s claims during this outing, which was a whole other awkward thing you can read about below.
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