Presenting: All of Kate Middleton and Prince William’s Cute (Extremely G-Rated) PDA Moments
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Presenting: All of Kate Middleton and Prince William’s Cute (Extremely G-Rated) PDA Moments
At this point, celebrity PDA usually involves a thirsty couple quite literally touching tongues on the red carpet, and I’m sorry to say that’s just not Prince William and Kate Middleton’s vibe. Like, as much as I want them to be Travis-Barker-and-Kourtney-Kardashian levels of horny, they’re more on par with my grandparents—but that doesn’t mean they haven’t had a few notable PDA moments in their day…although it’s pretty rare since these two are technically “working” when they make public appearances and therefore conduct themselves professionally.
As royal etiquette expert Myka Meier explained to People, senior royals use their “better judgment” when it comes to public displays of affection and “often adjust PDA to mirror the formality of the event they are attending.” Meaning, sometimes William and Kate are strictly hands-off (remember when she literally shrugged his hand off her shoulder?) and other times they’re doing their best Kravis impression (read: politely linking arms).
And the Cambridges have actually been more affectionate than usual lately, with body-language expert Judi James noting that they have had “a relaxing” of their body-language rituals and are now “much more openly affectionate during their public appearances,” offering some “authentic-looking glimpses of their relationship rather than forcing them to put on a fake performance for the cameras.”
On that note, consider this a “best of” list for William and Kate’s sweetest PDA moments. And please be advised that what you’re about to see is entirely safe for work and perhaps even G-rated.
Getty - 2/15
2) This Cute Cheek Kiss
This photo was taken before Kate and William were engaged, so you can imagine the way the internet (by which I mean Myspace and LiveJournal) spiraled.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 3/15
3) Their Wedding Kiss
They gave the people what they wanted!
Mark Cuthbert - Getty Images - 4/15
4) Sorry, Just…
Need to show everyone the cute smile William did before locking lips.
George Pimentel - Getty Images - 5/15
5) This Polo Match Smooch
Apologies for using the word “smooch,” but there are only so many euphemisms for “kiss” available to me! Let me live!
Bauer-Griffin - Getty Images - 6/15
6) This Sweet Handhold
Love this moment because William and Kate clearly didn’t know they were being photographed holding hands.
Chris Jackson - Getty Images - 7/15
7) And This Sweet Handhold
They were on the way to their honeymoon, so clearly the mood was peak romantic.
WPA Pool - Getty Images - 8/15
8) Whatever This Is
Gonna assume William had dirt on his face, so it’s less PDA and more “please clean yourself up,” but whatever. Still cute.
Karwai Tang - Getty Images - 9/15
9) This Adorable Hug
When you’re so excited that royal protocol goes entirely out the window.
Mirrorpix - Getty Images - 10/15
11) Honestly, It’s Her Signature Move
She’s been doing it since day one.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 11/15
15) When Kate Touched William’s Abs
The closest we’re gonna get to them making out on a red carpet.
Samir Hussein - Getty Images - 12/15
16) This Bicep Squeeze
Not me zooming in.
Pool - Getty Images - 13/15
17) This Head Kiss
Actually, pretty sure he’s whispering to her, but just let me have this.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 14/15
18) This Arm-in-Arm Stroll
Clearly we’re being starved for PDA if this is on the list, but here we are!
Chris Jackson - Getty Images - 15/15
19) This Secret Hug
Kay, this one is cute because obviously they had no idea there was a camera behind them.
Pool/Samir Hussein - Getty Images