Prince William fails as a millennial by not being able to take a selfie without causing an incidentAP
We’ve all had those awkward tech moments, but when you’re the future king of England, even a minor mishap goes viral. Not everyone in the world gets the chance to run into the heir to the throne, let alone snag a selfie with him. But one lucky fan got both the royal photo op and a hilarious story to tell-one that showed selfies might not be Prince William’s strong suit.
He meant went when William spotted a group of fans waiting to catch a glimpse of him and decided to give them a royal treat by taking a selfie. What he didn’t anticipate was that his sweet gesture would turn into proof he’s definitely not a millennial when it comes to tech.
It all happened in a flash
Known for his kindness and approachability, Prince William tried to greet as many people as he could. In a quick moment, he reached for someone’s phone to help snap a photo-only to accidentally drop the battery from the device. His face said it all: pure concern and immediate regret.
Thankfully, for the owner it wasn’t a full-on disaster. The woman whose phone it was handled it with total grace, assuring him it was no big deal. And luckily, it was just the battery that popped out-no major damage done. Crisis averted, but lesson learned: maybe leave the selfies to the pros?
The prince was trying to be thoughtful
Meanwhile, Prince William has unintentionally given the internet yet another charmingly clumsy moment. People love these genuine, unscripted sides of him-the kind that remind us he’s human too. Unlike the flawless image once crafted around his late mother, Princess Diana, William embraces these little imperfections.
Despite tensions with his brother Harry, William’s popularity holds steady. Much of that comes from his relatable, down-to-earth moments-and, let’s be honest, the steady support of Kate Middleton, who continues to be one of the royal family’s most beloved members. Many feel a connection to her because she embodies qualities they once saw in Diana.
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At the end of the day, William’s selfie slip-up just made him more likable. We’ve all had a tech blunder or two-he just happened to have his while cameras were rolling. If anything, the moment proved that even future kings can fumble a little, and that’s what makes him feel surprisingly normal.
