Kate Middleton and Prince William (with a Bold New Beard!) Team Up with Snoop Dogg in Surprise Olympics Video

Mar. 15, 2025

Kate MiddletonandPrince Williamare supporting team Great Britain in the 2024Paris Olympicsfrom afar.

“From all of us watching at home, congratulations to team GB!” the Princess of Wales — who wore a casual white shirt with black stripes — said in the clip.

“Well done on all you’ve achieved. You’ve been an inspiration to us all,” added the Prince of Wales, who was dressed in a blue polo shirt decorated with the Olympic rings.

“Well done@TeamGB, what an incredible journey! Every athlete showed immense dedication, heart and passion. You made us all so proud!” Prince William and Princess Kate, both 42, wrote in the text of the post. “Here’s to celebrating every triumph at@Paris2024and looking forward to more from@ParalympicsGBlater in the summer.”

The post also included a British flag emoji alongside a gold medal emoji. William and Kate’s three children —Prince George, 11,Princess Charlotte, 9, andPrince Louis, 6 — did not appear in the video, but several British athletes and celebrities includingDavid Beckhamfollowed the royals in the video with their own messages of support.

There was speculation that Kate and William might make a surprise appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The couple has been keeping a low profile this summer, spending time privately with their three children. While their attendance remained uncertain, it was thought to hinge on Princess Kate’s ongoing cancer treatment, as she had mentioned having “good days and bad days.” Whether their children would join them in France was also unclear.

Kate Middleton and Prince William.The Prince and Princess of Wales/X.com

The Prince and Princess of Wales/X.com

William’s bearded look comes as he and Kate are off-duty for August and have been on vacation with their kids. The Prince of Wales isusually clean-shaven, as was standard grooming protocol during his time in the Royal Air Force where facial hair is forbidden. However, he did surprise fans on Christmas Day in 2008 with a scruffier look that he quickly shaved.

His late grandmother Queen Elizabeth was reportedly not fond of facial hair and insisted her husband, Prince Philip, shave the beard he grew during his solo Commonwealth tour in 1965.

William and Kate are known for their sporty sides and have passed their passion for athletics down to their kids.

Prince William in 2020.James Veysey/Shutterstock

James Veysey/Shutterstock

The Prince of Wales has attended several soccer games through the spring and summer, most recently attending theUEFA European Championship finalin Germany with George on July 14. William — who was the president of the Football Association, the governing body of soccer in England, before recently switching to the role of patron — brought his eldest son to see England play Spain at the game. The father and son’s shared enthusiasm was palpable, and theyshared a hugwhen England scored. Meanwhile, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louiswatched the soccer championship from home, as seen in a photo shared on social media.

Soccer has reportedly been a source of joy for Prince William as both his wife Princess Kate and his father,King Charles, are undergoingtreatment for cancer.

Prince George and Prince William share a hug at the UEFA Euro final between Spain and England in Berlin, Germany on July 14, 2024.Jean Catuffe/Getty

Jean Catuffe/Getty

July 14 was a sporty day for the family, as Princess Kate also attended theWimbledon Tennis Championshipswith Princess Charlotte and her sister,Pippa Middleton, in London. The outing marked the Princess of Wales' second public appearance this year as she continues cancer treatment, and she was welcomed into the stadium with astanding ovation.

Princess Kate, as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, continued the tradition ofdistributing trophiesto the winners following the finals.

Prince Louisdidn’t tag alongfor either outing, likely because of his age. Prince George and Princess Charlotte didn’t make their Wimbledon debuts until the age of 8, hinting that their little brother might have to wait a bit longer for a spot in the Royal Box.

Carlos Alcaraz, Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships on July 14, 2024.ANDREW PARSONS/POOL/AFP via Getty

ANDREW PARSONS/POOL/AFP via Getty

Princess Anne chats with staff and athletes at Team GB House at the Paris Olympics on July 31, 2024.Pascal Le Segretain/Getty

Pascal Le Segretain/Getty

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Zara Phillips receives her silver medal from her mother Princess Anne for the team equestrian eventing at the 2012 London Olympics on July 31, 2012.ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty

ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty

Several royal family members including Prince William, Kate andPrince Harrywere there to watch Zara win a silver medal for the team event, where she memorably received her prize from her mom.

source: people.com