Prince William Follows in One Unexpected Royal Couple's “Hands-On” Parenting Footsteps, Per a Family Friend

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Although they have a longtime nanny, the Prince and Princess of Wales are much more involved in Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis’s day-to-day lives than royals of the past—but there are two surprising members of William's family who shared a similar philosophy to his. Prince William chats with Princess Charlotte and Prince George at the Commonwealth Games on August 1. (Image credit: Getty Images)Prince William shares a laugh with Prince George at Wimbledon 2026. (Image credit: Getty Images)Prince William and Princess Kate watch as Prince George tries archery in 2023. Flashing forward to today, Prince William and Princess Kate also put an emphasis on family fun.