“This isn’t freedom of expression. It is exploitation of a minor for shock value. He is a child. Leave him alone.”

A source close to the royal family added that King Charles III has been briefed and the situation is being taken seriously:

“William and Catherine are extremely distressed. They are absolutely looking at their legal options. Enough is enough.
There are clear lines when it comes to children – especially public figures who never asked for fame. This crosses every one of them.”

Public Outrage

The reaction online has also been one of discomfort and outrage. On Reddit, users condemned the play for using a real, underage royal as the inspiration for explicit content.

One commenter wrote:

“Interesting concept. Really grossed out that the playwright decided to use the basis of the main character on a real person. And one who is a minor no less. Feels wrong and is giving me the ick.”

Another user added:

“Yeah this is… not something I feel okay about. He is eleven.”

As the controversy continues, representatives for the Prince and Princess of Wales have yet to issue an official comment, but it’s clear that legal action is very much on the table.