What's Behind Prince William's Smiling Umbrella Moment in His New (Bearded!) Photo?

Mar. 15, 2025

Prince William pictured while out filming on Sept. 27, 2024.Photo:Prince and Princess of Wales/Instagram

Prince and Princess of Wales/Instagram

Prince Williamis confidently rocking his new beard as he undertakes a mysterious new project.

On Sept. 27, during a rainy early autumn day in the woods of Buckinghamshire, U.K., the 42-year-old Prince of Wales was captured peering out from under his umbrella while taking a break from filming.

He was participating in a shoot for his passion project, the Earthshot Prize, although further details remain under wraps for now.

Prince William during his filming on Sept. 27, 2024.Prince and Princess of Wales/Instagram

“These solutions are some of the most exciting, innovative and impactful we’ve seen,” he said. “I know you’re as passionate as I am about making a difference to our planet, and we can’t wait to share their stories with you.”

Prince William under his umbrella for the filming on Sept. 27, 2024.Prince and Princess of Wales/Instagram

“But, the truth is, we are living at odds with the natural world, and it is buckling under the pressure of our actions.”

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“Congratulations and thank you to@ENBalletand@Sadlers_Wellsfor the wonderfully powerful, moving and inspiring performance of Akram Khan’s Giselle. Creativity at its best!,” the Princess of Wales wrote onX, posting a photo of artists on stage in the ballet.

Kate signed the post “C,” using the shorthand for the first initial of her full name as she and her husbandPrince Williamare known to do when messages come directly from them.

source: people.com