Donald Trump has always been known for his bold and often provocative statements, and one notable instance came in 2012 when he weighed in on the scandal involving topless photos of Princess Kate Middleton. The former president didn’t hold back on Twitter, declaring: “Who wouldn’t take Kate’s picture and make lots of money if she does the nude sunbathing thing? Come on Kate!” This tweet didn’t just stir the pot; it reportedly infuriated Prince William.
In his latest biography, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, royal expert Robert Jobson explores the fallout from Trump’s comments. He reveals that “William was reportedly furious when Donald Trump tweeted, ‘Kate Middleton is great – but she shouldn’t be sunbathing in the nude – only herself to blame.'” The entire debacle left Kate feeling “violated,” as noted in reports from The Independent.
Trump didn’t stop at tweeting; he also brought the subject to American television, saying: “While we’re all fans of Kate, can you imagine why she would ever be out in the nude? Why would she be standing in the nude in a swimming pool or wherever she was? She’s Kate. It’s terrible what they did, it’s terrible to take pictures, but boy, how can you do a thing so stupid?” His comments added another layer of scrutiny to an already sensitive situation.
Who wouldn't take Kate's picture and make lots of money if she does the nude sunbathing thing. Come on Kate!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 17, 2012
In response to the invasion of their privacy, St. James Palace issued a statement, expressing that the royal couple had been “hugely saddened” by the actions of the French magazine and the photographer involved. They described the incident as a “grotesque and totally unjustifiable” breach of privacy, drawing parallels to the relentless press coverage that plagued the late Diana, Princess of Wales.
New book claims Prince William was fuming over this incident involving Donald Trump's tweets, and Kate Middleton. https://t.co/64xMJcgm82
— SheKnows (@SheKnows) August 3, 2024
This entire episode highlights the challenges the royal family faces in maintaining their privacy in the public eye. Trump’s remarks not only added fuel to the fire but also showcased his knack for stirring controversy. One can only wonder how future interactions between the Trumps and the Windsors will play out, given the tension surrounding this incident. It’s a reminder that even in the world of royalty, the personal and public often collide in unexpected and dramatic ways.
