Prince William was once jealous of Prince Harry's 'beard' - The reason was Queen Elizabeth: Report
The wedding, held on May 19, 2018, at Windsor Castle's St. George's Chapel, saw Harry dressed in his Blues and Royals frock coat military uniform, complete with a beard. Military protocol traditionally requires servicemen in uniform to be clean-shaven, but Harry sought and received a special exemption from the Queen. This decision, Harry claimed, left William «livid.»
«You put her in an uncomfortable position, Harold! She had no choice but to say yes,» William allegedly exclaimed upon learning of the Queen's approval. According to Harry, the issue escalated into a week-long argument, with William insisting he shave. Harry recounted his response, «For the love of God, Willy, why does this matter so much to you?» William reportedly replied, «Because I wasn't allowed to keep my beard.»
The roots of William’s frustration, Harry explained, traced back to a time when William grew a beard during a Special Forces assignment. He was later told to shave it off, which he reportedly resented.
A Shift in Military Policy and Royal Fashion
In a significant policy change, the British Army lifted its ban on beards in March 2024, permitting soldiers to maintain well-groomed facial hair. The timing coincided with William debuting his own beard, earning widespread praise from royal fans who appreciated his rugged new look.
However, not everyone in the royal household was initially on board. During a November 2024 visit to Cape Town, William humorously shared how his daughter, Princess Charlotte, reacted to his stubble.
