Kate Middleton Reveals the Reason She Left London for Windsor with Prince William and Their Children

The Princess of Wales is giving Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince George a similar upbringing to her own

Kate Middleton is speaking out on why she and Prince William decided to move their family from the bustle of London to the country in Windsor in 2022.

Princess Kate made the revelation in conversation with soldiers from the Irish Guards after attending the unit’s St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17. The Princess of Wales, 43, is the ceremonial Colonel of the British Army regiment and participated in the parade at the Wellington Barracks in London, a city where she, William and their three kids used to live.

While speaking with guardsmen and their families after the parade, Kate was asked where she and her family lived.

“We are in Windsor at the moment,” she said. “We were in London but moved there for more green space.”

She added, “It’s close enough to London, not too far away.”

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Prince William and Princess Kate are parents to Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, and the family of five moved from London to Windsor in the summer of 2022. They had previously been based at Apartment 1A at Kensington Palace in the heart of London and moved about an hour west to Windsor.

 

The Prince and Princess of Wales’ family settled at Adelaide Cottage, a historic home inside the 4,800-acre Windsor Great Park and tucked within the 650-acre Home Park privately run by the Crown Estate.

The home is just a half mile from Windsor Castle, which was Queen Elizabeth‘s primary residence in the last years of her life. In the biography Catherine, Princess of Wales, published in August 2024, Robert Jobson wrote that Kate felt it was important for William to be near his grandmother as she got older. Queen Elizabeth died in September 2022 at age 96.

“Catherine understood that for William, as a future king, it was important for him to be geographically closer to the late Queen in her final months, when he was required to support both her and his father. It made a real difference,” Jobson wrote. “They were in regular contact, seeing each other in person and speaking on the phone several times a week, bringing them even closer.”

 

Moving out to Windsor also brought William, Kate and their kids geographically closer to her parents, Carole and Michael Middleton. Carole and Michael raised their children — Kate, Pippa and James — in Bucklebury, Berkshire, where they remain based.

A palace insider previously told PEOPLE that Carole and Michael are “an enduring factor in the upbringing of their grandchildren,” and they stepped up as a strong support when Kate recovered from abdominal surgery in January 2024. The insider said the couple would be a “reassuring presence” as she recuperated at home, and they were there for their daughter when she shared last March that she was undergoing treatment for cancer.

 

Princess Kate turned to nature as a source of solace as she focused on her health in 2024, from filming her cancer announcement video in the garden of Windsor Castle to issuing a pensive picture of herself beneath a tree in Windsor in the first health update she issued that June.

Kate also headed outside with William, George, Charlotte and Louis in August to record the footage for her Sept. 9 announcement that she completed chemotherapy. The family explored the outdoors in Norfolk, which is home to their country house, Anmer Hall, in the video where Kate explained the cancer journey came with “a new perspective on everything.”

Years before, the Princess of Wales said that she was happiest when outside with her family in the countryside. She again mentioned that she was uplifted by sunshine while visiting The Royal Marsden Hospital on Jan. 14, which came with the confirmation that she previously received treatment for cancer there.

Speaking about the importance of self-care during and after treatment, Princess Kate said, “I really felt like I needed to get the sun. You need loads of water and loads of sunlight,” the Daily Mail reported then.

The greenery of Windsor may have given the princess a boost during her cancer journey, and she’s seemingly returned to work in full force after sharing on Jan. 14 with “relief” that she is in remission.

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As Kate Middleton returns to royal duties, she can’t escape the pressure of being England’s queen consort one day.

“Her priority and thoughts are keeping her family well and safe, as well as forging ahead as the relatable and relevant future queen,” British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital.

“Princess Catherine is prepared for the current working shift,” Chard claimed. “As the statesman, Prince William is center stage and working on his soft diplomacy skills. His diplomatic missions designed to boost UK ties [will] mean more travel… Princess Catherine knew exactly what her role would be when marrying into the royal family. She has all the fitting attributes, seamlessly transitioning into her role over many years.”

“She receives support from her family and learned from the very best, the late Queen Elizabeth II,” Chard added.

Chard’s claims came shortly after royal insiders recently spoke to People magazine for their cover story on the Princess of Wales. In it, they claimed that the mother of three has been “managing the growing expectations tied to her future role as queen.” They noted it’s “a responsibility that now feels more pressing than ever.”

The Prince and Princess of Wales with their two children at the coronation of King Charles III in May 2023. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital that as King Charles III continues to battle an undisclosed form of cancer, all eyes are on Kate and William to lead the monarchy’s future.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, makes a keynote speech during the Shaping Us National Symposium on November 15, 2023, in London, England. The symposium, hosted by the Princess of Wales and The Royal Foundation Center for Early Childhood, brings together leaders and specialists to consider key foundational skills for early childhood which can result in healthy adult lives. (Richard Pohle – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“King Charles is looking his age now and his illness has taken its toll,” said Turner about the 76-year-old. “A new era of [a] young monarchy is set to take over the mantle in the future.

“The pressure of being the Princess of Wales, looking after a young family, being by William’s side, still recovering from cancer treatments, as well as the mental trauma she faced still weighs heavily on Kate. But she seems to be smiling throughout, delighting crowds when seen in public, and giving a new confidence to the future monarchy.”

Kate Middleton has received plenty of support from senior royals, including Princess Anne. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

Kate is known as one of the most famous, photographed and talked-about women in the world. But behind palace doors, she fought a very personal battle.

In March of last year, after sparking concern due to her absence from the public eye, Kate disclosed that she was being treated for an unspecified form of cancer. Six weeks before her revelation, Buckingham Palace announced that Charles was receiving treatment for cancer.

In September, Kate announced she had completed chemotherapy and would be making some public appearances in the coming months.

Catherine, Princess of Wales during Trooping the Colour on June 15, 2024, in London, England.  (Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Images)

“Catherine is prioritizing her health and family as she recovers from a truly traumatic year, which William has described as ‘brutal,’” royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams told Fox News Digital.

Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales attend the Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration at Westminster Abbey on March 10, 2025, in London, England. (Aaron Chown – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“It has, as illness knows no boundaries, enabled her to link with other sufferers and, in moving video messages, communicate in a unique way. However, her commitment to a future as our queen is total. She and William make an ideal team, whether on tour together or enjoying a bit of sporting rivalry.”

Middleton returned to her beloved Wimbledon in July 2024. (Getty Images)

“Their popularity, both at home and abroad, is phenomenal and rightly so,” he said. “There is also her influence on fashion, which should not be downplayed. She is in an ideal partnership with William in very testing times for the Western world. The monarchy has a special role to play as things evolve.”

Turner claimed that as Kate thinks about her future as queen, she’s been getting plenty of support from three women.

Queen Camilla receives a message of support for Catherine, Princess of Wales from well-wishers during her visit to the Farmers’ Market on March 27, 2024, in Shrewsbury, England. (Chris Jackson – Pool/Getty Images)

“Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, is one former PR stalwart she can totally rely on for advice,” said Turner. “Princess Anne has a huge royal role these days in working with the king [closely]. No doubt, behind the scenes, she, too, gives guidance.

“Queen Camilla… also comes from a non-royal background and is a wonderful example of how she treats everyone with great respect, dignity and diplomacy. Thus, she is another shining example for Kate to follow.”

Kate Middleton has returned to royal duties and has accompanied her husband to raise awareness of causes they support. (Getty Images)

Still, William is always on hand to guide Kate in what will be one of the greatest roles of her life.

Queen Elizabeth II was a role model for Kate Middleton. England’s longest-reigning monarch died in 2022 at age 96. (Phil Noble – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“William, now a practiced royal professional, will create the extra guidance Kate needs to fulfill this enormous task ahead,” said Turner.

Royal expert Hilary Fordwich claimed to Fox News Digital that the king greatly admires his “beloved” daughter-in-law and cheers her on behind the scenes as she continues to take on royal duties in the new year.

King Charles III has been frequently spotted completing royal duties and attending Sunday service alongside his wife, Queen Camilla. (Max Mumby/Getty Images)

“The royal family, particularly King Charles III, have embraced her,” said Fordwich. “There is a universal admiration for her. Sophie is also a steady and strong mentor. Sophie, also with a non-royal background, has successfully navigated royal life and, likewise, has never put a foot wrong, so her guidance is a great asset.”

King Charles III has a great fondness for his daughter-in-law, royal experts have told Fox News Digital. (Geoff Pugh – WPA Pool / Getty Images)

“[The royal family feels] Princess Catherine is handling the pressures of her royal duties with grace and dignity,” Fordwich shared. “Her quiet confidence, resilience and relatability have rendered her beloved by the public, topping the popularity polls on both sides of the Atlantic and throughout the Commonwealth… She’s now extremely comfortable and relaxed in her role.”

“She never complains but rather carries on with her great roles to make generational changes with her early years care projects,” Fordwich continued. “She’s deeply committed to improving life chances for those with a tough start in life, a huge element of development in the first four years of life.”

Palace insiders told People magazine that they’ve been surprised by Kate’s approach to royal duties. Some had speculated that she would keep her public appearances limited as she focuses on her recovery. However, she has “defied expectations” with several solo engagements early this year.

Catherine, Princess of Wales and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh attend the annual National Service of Remembrance at The Cenotaph on November 10, 2024, in London, England.  (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

“She is the MVP of the royal family, and no one knew when she was going to come back,” royal historian Amanda Foreman told the outlet.

Still, the outlet noted that the palace continues to “exercise caution.” They have chosen to announce her appearances closer to the time while emphasizing that her recovery is their top priority.

Kate Middleton announced in September 2024 that she had completed chemotherapy treatments. (Will Warr)

“She has been very good at managing expectations, and it’s wise for her to downplay it a bit because when she does more than people anticipated, it has a greater impact,” royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith told the outlet. “It’s evident that she is feeling closer to 100 percent than one would have thought at this stage.”

Catherine, Princess of Wales and Queen Camilla travel down The Mall in a horse-drawn carriage during Trooping the Colour on June 17, 2023, in London, England.  (Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images)

The outlet also reported that there’s been “a shift” in how Kate now wants to be perceived. Earlier this year, The Sunday Times initially reported that Kensington Palace will cut back on naming the clothing designers Princess Kate chooses to wear while participating in royal duties.

A spokesperson for the palace told the outlet, “There is an absolute feeling that [the public work] is not about what the princess is wearing.”

Kate Middleton is one of the most photographed women in the world. (Chris Jackson/Getty Images)

“She wants the focus to be on the really important issues, the people and the causes she is spotlighting,” the story continued. “There will always be an appreciation of what the princess is wearing from some of the public, and she gets that. But do we need to be officially always saying what she is wearing? No. The style is there, but it’s about the substance.”

Catherine, Princess of Wales and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh during the Order Of The Garter Service at Windsor Castle on June 19, 2023, in Windsor, England. (Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images)

However, Kensington Palace clarified the statement nearly a week later after the move sparked controversy.

The palace’s decision not to release details was criticized, as Kate’s outfit choices tend to shine a light on British fashion designers and the fashion industry itself.

Kate Middleton became the Princess of Wales upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II. (Getty Images)

Kensington Palace later said there was “no change” in the approach to Kate’s fashion policy.

Kate Middleton attends the traditional St Patrick’s Day Parade of the Irish Guards at Wellington Barracks in London, United Kingdom on March 17, 2025. During the ceremony, the Princess of Wales presented Long Service Medals and Good Conduct Medals to the soldiers of the Regiment. She then continued the tradition of distributing shamrocks to officers and guards.  (Raid Necati Aslm/Anadolu via Getty Images)

“Over the last week, I have received numerous questions about a story regarding The Princess of Wales’s clothing and how Kensington Palace shares information about her outfits,” a Kensington Palace spokesperson told People magazine.

Kate Middleton joined Prince William at the 2022 Earthshot Prize Awards in Boston in December. (Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

“To clarify, the comments that appeared in the article were from me, not The Princess of Wales,” the statement continued. “The comments that were reported should not be directly attributed to The Princess of Wales. To be clear, there has been no change in our approach to sharing information about Her Royal Highness’s clothing.”

Fox News Digital reached out to Kensington Palace at the time.

Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince William of Wales attend the celebrations for Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey on March 10, 2025, in London, England. (Samir Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images)

Chard told Fox News Digital that there’s one other rule that hasn’t changed as Kate focuses on her health and future – the old motto of keep calm and carry on.

“Self-assured Princess Catherine has dedicated herself to a life of service, lighting up every public occasion with renewed purpose,” said Chard. “Both Prince William and Princess Catherine have endured the hardest year of their lives due to Catherine’s ill health. However, they have emerged far stronger and focused, embracing their roles with clarity, energy, heart and tenacity.”

Royal experts told Fox News Digital that Kate Middleton is handling the pressures of being a future queen consort with grace. (Samir Hussein/WireImage)

“Compared to last year, future service feels like a breeze in the park for Princess Catherine,” said Chard. “There is talk of mounting pressure on Princess Catherine’s shoulders as she ramps up her role as Queen Catherine. However, there is no particular worry weighing her down. Princess Catherine does not entertain anything trivial. She is… much loved and championed by all the key royal players.”

Photos: Kate Middleton on Ski Vacation After Cancer Battle

It is a fun time for the Royal Family of Wales in the Alps. The Prince and Princess of Wales went on a vacation along with their kids, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. In the vacation photos with Prince William, Kate Middleton was seen trying her hand at skiing.

Kate Middleton and Prince Wiliam hit the slopes with their kids in new vacation photos

Kate Middleton and her husband, Prince William, and their kids toured the Alps on April 3, per Page Six. In photos obtained by Paris Match, Kate Middleton grabbed the limelight as she went skiing. The 43-year-old wore a white ski jacket with navy blue stripes and black pants with red and white stripes.

Additionally, her white ski helmet, black and white shoes, pink mirrored ski goggles, and dark gloves made the perfect combination. The pictures showed the Princess of Wales posing with the white ski poles, reflecting her joyful time in the snowy mountains.

Page Six also shared a carousel of photos by Backgrid of Prince William, Kate Middleton, and the kids’ snowy vacations. Besides Middleton, Prince William and the kids were also spotted skiing. William wore a black ski jacket with red and white stripes and red pants. The ensemble also featured a black ski helmet, black shoes, red mirrored ski goggles, and black gloves. The 42-year-old was captured skiing, holding his neon ski poles. Additionally, William made sure to go on a solo ski lift up the Alps.

One picture also showed the Prince and Princess of Wales standing close to each other, seemingly planning to ski together. Moreover, the kids, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, also seemed in a cheerful mood. Louis and Charlotte enjoyed the trip in color-coded jackets while George decided to go all pink.

In one image, the prince appears to help the youngest kid with the skis. Aside from snowy mountains, Paris Match supplied pictures of Middleton and her little boys enjoying the sun in casuals.

This is not the first time Kate Middleton and Prince William have been on a family vacation to the Alps. Previously, the royal family enjoyed a skiing holiday over New Year’s 2025.

Prince William, Kate Middleton and kids hit the slopes on fun family ski vacation in the French Alps

Family fun!

Prince William, his wife, Kate Middleton, and their kids were pictured hitting the slopes during their family ski vacation in the French Alps.

The Prince and Princess of Wales and their three children — Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6 — enjoyed a private day of skiing on April 3.

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William, who wore a dark blue jacket and red ski pants, enjoyed a solo ski lift up the mountain and was seen helping his youngest child, who wore all blue, ski down the mountain.

Middleton, 43, looked chic in a white ski jacket with black lining and black pants.

The family of five’s getaway comes after they secretly enjoyed another ski trip before the mom of three revealed her cancer was in remission.

In January, the Daily Mail reported that the royal family enjoyed a quiet break in the Alps shortly after Christmas 2024.

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Carlos III and Camila spark controversy with their support for Ramadan

King Charles III of England and Queen Camilla have sparked a new controversy after publicly showing their support for the Muslim community on the occasion of the start of Ramadan. Throughout the week, the British Royal House has shared several posts on social media in which the monarchs appear participating in symbolic acts of this religious festival. However, this gesture has provoked a wave of criticism from more conservative sectors in the United Kingdom.

A Gesture That Divides Opinions

The first act that sparked reactions was a video in which Charles III and Camilla appear packing dates, a key food in breaking the Muslim fast at sunset. “Traditionally, they are eaten as the first food to break the fast at sunset,” said the message joining the post on X (formerly Twitter). Additionally, the Royal House explained that the dates prepared by the monarchs would be sent to local hospitals for Iftar, the dinner with which Muslims end their daily fast.

That same day, the royals participated in a talk with Muslim women, including rugby player Zainab Alema and writer Hajera Memon. They also had a conversation with Syrian chef Alarnab at his restaurant Imad’s Syrian Kitchen. Later, they posted a message on social media expressing their best wishes to those celebrating Ramadan in the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and the rest of the world.

Criticism for the Loss of Identity

Although these gestures aimed to show support and unity, the reaction from some sectors was one of total rejection. Users on social media expressed their disagreement with the monarch: “For me, it all ended when the Queen died, she was a true force for the good of our nation.” Other comments pointed out that “the only religion that should be celebrated and wished well for any culture is the Christian faith.”

Some voices even took their criticism further, suggesting that the United Kingdom might be straying from its traditions. “Soon, he will be the caliph of the caliphate of the United Kingdom, with Westminster Abbey turned into a mosque,” commented a user. This type of message reflects the sensitivity of the religious issue in a country where the Anglican Church has historically been an essential pillar.

A Cardiff University language professor says he expected Prince William to do more than “read for a few seconds from an autocue” during his St David’s Day Speech.

Dr Dylan Foster Evans, head of the School of Welsh, described Prince William’s Welsh as “halting”, meaning slow and hesitant, during an appearance on the BBC Radio 4 Today programme.

He had pre-recorded a social media video to mark the day Wales’s patron saint is honoured and to “celebrate Wales – its history, culture and incredible people”.

It is understood the prince has been using the language-learning app Duolingo to learn the language, but is not currently having formal lessons.

Prince William’s speech followed a trip to Wales with his wife, Catherine, the Princess of Wales.

The pair baked Welsh cakes and spoke to people in Pontypridd about how they were coping following the recent flooding.

In his message, translated to English, he said: “Hello. Today, on St David’s Day, we come together to celebrate Wales – its history, its culture, and its incredible people.

“From its breath-taking landscapes to its language, Wales continues to inspire.

“Today, we will celebrate everything that is magical about Wales.

“To the people of Wales and everybody around the world, Happy St David’s Day.”

Dr Evans said many people would have been “pleased and impressed” to hear William speaking Welsh, but added that the prince has had enough time to prepare for the role.

“It’s been known [for a long time] that he will be the Prince of Wales. Welsh does have an official status in Wales since 2011 so maybe we should expect a bit more,” he said.

The prince has previously revealed that he was using the Duolingo app to lean some conversational Welsh.

This is in contrast to his father, King Charles, who had formal lessons in the Welsh language whilst studying at Aberystwyth University.

The lessons took place ahead of his investiture as the Prince of Wales in July that year at Caernarfon Castle.

William has not had an investiture since his father announced he had created his eldest son and heir as Prince of Wales during his first televised address as monarch, the day after the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022.

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“Any mother would be grief-stricken over the separation we’ve seen between Harry and Wills,” said host Richard Madeley in a clip shared by UK’s Express. “Do you think she would have been able to make a rapprochement possible?”

“I think any mother would be worried and concerned about such a rift, as you put it,” said Hewitt. “And she’d do her best to try and get them together.”

Hewitt met Diana at a party in 1986 and offered to give her horseback riding lessons. They went on to have an affair that, according to reports, lasted for several years.

Princess Diana met James Hewitt in 1986, two years after Prince Harry was born. (Shutterstock)

Hewitt’s comments came shortly after former palace aide Jason Knauf spoke to “60 Minutes Australia.” Knauf made rare comments about the brothers and how their relationship broke down in recent years.

“It’s very difficult to have this stuff play out in the public eye, but [William’s] chosen to keep his thoughts on it private, and I think all of us who know him really have to respect that we should do the same,” said Knauf.

“But I will say, of course, it’s been hard and sad, especially for all of us who know both of them.”

According to reports, Prince William and Prince Harry’s relationship began to show cracks in 2016. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

It’s been widely reported that the relationship between Harry and William began to disintegrate in 2016. At the time, William reportedly expressed concerns about how fast Harry’s relationship with then-girlfriend Meghan Markle was going. Those comments reportedly didn’t sit well with Harry.

Harry married the “Suits” alum in 2018.

When asked if Harry’s role within the royal family could change when William accedes to the throne, Knauf responded, “I can’t speculate about the future. They achieved a lot together, and none of that can ever be taken away.”

Former palace aide Jason Knauf recently spoke about the “sad” rift on “60 Minutes Australia.” (Alberto Pezzali – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals in 2020 and moved to California. They cited what they said were the unbearable intrusions and racist attitudes of the British media.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reside in California with their two young children. (Chris Jackson/Getty Images)

Since Harry and Meghan’s royal exit, the brothers have reunited only a handful of times, People magazine reported. According to the outlet, they were last together at a memorial service for their uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes, in August but reportedly avoided each other.

Sources previously told the outlet that Harry’s calls and letters to his father, King Charles III, go unanswered. His attempts to connect with William are also ignored. Fox News Digital reached out to Kensington Palace for comment at the time.

Sources close to Prince Harry claimed to People magazine that the Duke of Sussex has attempted to reach out to his brother Prince William and his father King Charles III. His calls and letters reportedly go unanswered. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

In his 2023 memoir, “Spare,” Harry alleged that during an argument in 2019, William called Meghan “difficult” and “rude” and then grabbed him by the collar and knocked him down. Harry suffered cuts and bruises from landing on a dog bowl. Harry claimed Charles implored the brothers to make up.

Following the funeral of Charles’ father, Prince Philip, in 2021, the king pleaded, “Please, boys, don’t make my final years a misery.”

While promoting “Spare,” Harry admitted that his mother would be “sad” about the tension with his brother.

“I think any mother would be worried and concerned about such a rift, as you put it. And she’d do her best to try and get them together.”

Prince Harry admitted that his mother Princess Diana would be “sad” about the tension with his brother Prince William. (Mathieu Polak/Sygma/Getty Images)

“I think she would be looking at it long term to know that there are certain things we need to go through to be able to heal the relationship,” the Duke of Sussex said at the time.

For years, some have speculated that Hewitt was Harry’s biological father, not Charles. Both Harry and Hewitt share ginger hair and freckles.

But Richard Dalton, Diana’s hairdresser, told Fox News Digital in 2024 that “it’s not possible.” At the time, Dalton was promoting his memoir, “It’s All About the Hair,” which details his friendship with the princess.

“It was tough,” Dalton admitted. “Harry was already born a while before her relationship with Hewitt. And I don’t think it’s possible.”

“But no,” he stressed. “Harry and the Spencer family have red hair. Charles, Diana’s brother, had bright red hair when he was [in] college. And I used to cut his hair then. [Diana’s sister] Sarah, has bright red hair. [Diana’s other sister] Jane was more or less the same coloring as Diana.”

Several of Prince Harry’s relatives from the Spencer side have red hair, including his aunt Lady Sarah McCorquodale. (Anwar Hussein/Getty Images)

He also shared in his book that Diana “used to get very upset” with the tabloids insisting that Hewitt was Harry’s father.

James Hewitt presents his book “Love and War” during an interview with Daphne Barak on Oct. 25, 1999, in New York City. Hewitt wrote about his time with Diana. (Evan Agostini/Liaison/Getty Images)

“The red hair was a trait from the Spencer family,” he wrote.

It’s also noted that Harry was born in 1984, two years before Diana met Hewitt.

When Diana started taking riding lessons from Hewitt, it confused Dalton, who thought to himself, “Diana didn’t like riding horses.” However, he understood that Diana was a young woman “longing to be truly loved.”

Princess Diana’s marriage to Prince Charles was plagued with problems. Their divorce was finalized in 1996. (Reuters)

“I knew nothing about their affair and was not involved with any of the rendezvous, other than maybe unwittingly doing Diana’s hair each day,” Dalton wrote. “She was certainly giddy at times when she talked about him because it was all new to her; however, we need to remember the context in which this all took place.”

“Diana was starved of affection and intimacy from her husband, the man she loved,” he wrote. “She was also an heir-making machine for Charles and was coming to terms with the betrayal within her marriage.”

“It saddened me to see James Hewitt, by virtue of his tell-all book, clearly signal that this relationship was a conquest and not a matter of love at all. He got her at her most vulnerable and, for her, he was just the first man who rolled along – a twist of fate, time and place. If it had not been him, it would have been someone else.”

Princess Diana, seen here with a young Prince Harry in 1994, passed away in 1997. She was 36. (Coventry Telegraph Archive/Getty Images)

“He was certainly not the love of her life at the time, Charles was – there is no question in this matter at all,” Dalton added.