Macron's visit to the United Kingdom is offering major and juicy headlines. Anecdotes that have taken place during the French president's visit are providing surprising information. For example, the information that King Charles III and Prince William have revealed: the exact height of the heir to the British throne.
During the official state visit ceremony in Windsor, Emmanuel Macron made a bold comment about William's royal height. The anecdote arose when the French president quietly told King Charles III that William was "incredibly tall." "Actually, I'm 6 ft. 3 in. (1.90 m)," the prince interjected, thus giving the exact figure of his height.
King Charles III and Prince William reveal surprising information
King Charles III and Prince William, accompanied by Kate and Camilla, welcomed President Emmanuel Macron yesterday. The United Kingdom was decked out for the occasion with a spectacular procession to Windsor Castle. The welcome for the Macrons was full of anticipation and it was the moment when the French president received an unexpected surprise.
At the welcoming event, Emmanuel exclaimed to King Charles III how "incredibly tall" Prince William was. The monarch took the opportunity to agree and confessed that his eldest son was 6 ft. 1 in. (1.85 m) tall. At that moment, the prince decided to step in to give the exact figure: "You know, actually I'm 6 ft. 3 in. (1.90 m)."
This way, King Charles III and Prince William revealed the exact height of the heir to the British throne. It was a spontaneous and amusing moment that lightened the protocol atmosphere of the event, while the guests kept order and the guards lined up in formation.
Macron, who is 5 ft. 8 in. (1.73 m) tall, immediately joked by confessing that both he and his wife were "short" compared to William. That small exchange of information not only confirmed the prince's height, but also showed closeness and a sense of humor among the leaders. Additionally, the French president dared to joke by stating that the French are much shorter.
The truth is that Prince William has a height that is very different from the rest of the British. In fact, his height is above the average of many European countries.
King Charles III and Prince William among the tallest royals
In this case, King Charles III's genetics have worked in Prince William's favor. The heir to the Crown's height comes from generations and, although he is taller than his father, he is not that much taller than other members.
His uncles, Andrew of England and Edward of Edinburgh, are taller than 5 ft. 11 in. (1.80 m). Likewise, Prince Harry is 6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m) tall, just a few centimeters shorter than his older brother.
Looking at this comparison, Kate also has a height similar to her husband, Prince William. While she doesn't reach the same height, the Princess of Wales is 5 ft. 9 in. (1.75 m) tall, which places her among the tallest royals.
In any case, the anecdote between Macron, Charles III, and William quickly spread through all international media. Some of them described the king's heir as the "giant prince," due to the huge difference with the French leader.
The French president's joke saying "we're short" caused discreet laughter among those present, but it also highlighted the spontaneity of the meeting. This episode served to humanize both William and Macron, by showing that even institutional figures can joke about physical characteristics.
It also served to refresh the prince's image, reminding people of him not only as a serious heir, but also as a person with a sense of humor and confidence. Additionally, it showed a proud King Charles III in the face of the imposing figure his successor and heir presents.