Prince William and Princess Kate have long been seen as the perfect royal couple. They met at the University of St Andrews, moved in together with friends, and their romance soon blossomed. Despite ups and downs, including cruel nicknames from William’s “snooty” friends due to Kate’s middle-class background, their bond remained strong.

But years later, shocking rumors rocked the palace — William was accused of having an affair with one of Kate’s close friends. Fans were stunned. Could the future king really betray his wife?

Though nothing was ever confirmed, whispers of a royal scandal still linger.

William was rumored to have had an affair with Kate’s friend Rose Hanbury

Rumors swirled in 2019 that Prince William had an affair with Rose Hanbury—Kate’s friend and the Marchioness of Cholmondeley. Nothing was ever confirmed.

Reports claimed Kate confronted William, but he “laughed it off.” Royal expert Richard Kay dismissed it all as “false and hurtful gossip.

Still, tabloids said Kate distanced herself from Rose that year. The tension didn’t go unnoticed—especially since Rose lived nearby in a 106-room estate, part of the same elite circle.

Rose isn’t new to royalty. Her grandmother was a bridesmaid at Queen Elizabeth’s wedding.

“Hurtful” affair rumors “simply false,” says insider

Back in 2019, shocking rumors linked Prince William and Rose Hanbury. But insiders quickly shut them down.

“These hurtful rumors are simply false,” a source told Daily Mail. “William and David were in touch, unsure whether to laugh or complain.”

Both Kate and Rose were said to be upset by claims of a rift. “They’ve made future charity plans together,” the source added.

A friend told The Mirror: “It’s upsetting. There’s no truth or even a hint of evidence. It’s madness.”

Months later, Kate and Rose were seen at a music festival together—held at Rose’s estate—suggesting no bad blood at all.

Kate Middleton & Rose Hanbury Spotted at Music Festival

Kate reportedly had dinner with David and Rose Hanbury before deciding to attend a major music festival—without Prince William.

Despite initial nerves, Kate showed up with plenty of security. She and her friends skipped the food trucks and dined at the festival’s Turntable & Napkin restaurant, where she was said to be in high spirits, sipping spicy margaritas and enjoying affogato.

They brought in a massive bottle of AIX rosé and left staff a generous £700 tip.

Rumors around William and Rose’s alleged affair remain unconfirmed. For now, both families appear focused on moving forward happily.