24 photos of Kate Middleton and Prince William showing rare PDA

Martha SorrenApr 29, 2020, 19:57 IST

Prince William and Kate Middleton showed affection the day of their wedding.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Kate Middleton and Prince William don't often hold hands or publicly show affection.
It's almost an unwritten rule that members of the royal family should act professionally when conducting official duties, which could explain why the couple rarely engages in PDA.
During a few rare occasions, the pair has been photographed holding hands or touching each other's backs.
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Kate Middleton and Prince William have known each other since they were in college and have been married since 2011. And as many have noticed, they rarely show affection in public.

The reason these two are rarely photographed displaying affection could be related to royal etiquette and professionalism. When in public, Prince William and Middleton represent the British monarchy and it seems like an unwritten rule that royals should remain professional in public — this could include limiting their public displays of affection (PDA).

But there are rare occasions when Middleton and Prince William show PDA — whether it's a kiss on the cheek, a hug, or even just putting a hand on the other's back.

Here are 24 times the royal duo displayed affectionate behavior in public.

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During a March visit to Dublin, Ireland, the two were photographed close together.

Prince William and Kate Middleton on the cliff walk at Howth. Tim Rooke/Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images

In February, the two shared a sweet, subtle moment.

Kate Middleton and Prince William in South Wales. Getty Images

Middleton was photographed putting her hand on Prince William's thigh during Princess Eugenie's 2018 wedding.

Princess Eugenie's wedding was in October 2018. WPA Pool / Pool

Middleton continued the hand-holding tradition in 2018 after giving birth to Prince Louis.

Kate Middleton and Prince William have three children. Karwai Tang / Contributor

Prince William seems to often place his hand on Middleton's back when she is pregnant.

Kate Middleton and Prince William celebrating St. Patrick's Day. Max Mumby/Indigo / Contributor

In 2017, Middleton and Prince William repeated their Christmas PDA while at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene.

This photo was also taken on Christmas. Chris Jackson / Staff

During a marathon-related event in 2017, Prince William put his arm around Middleton.

The photo was taken in 2017. Max Mumby/Indigo / Contributor

Middleton was captured with her hand on Prince William's leg during their Royal Tour at the British Columbia Legislature.

Kate Middleton and Prince William in Canada. Chris Jackson / Staff

Shortly after giving birth in 2015, Middleton was seen holding Prince William's hand.

Prince William and Kate Middleton with their daughter, Princess Charlotte. AFP / Staff

In 2015, shortly before Middleton gave birth to Princess Charlotte, Prince William was again seen with his hand on his wife's back.

Kate Middleton and Prince William attending a Service of Commemoration for troops stationed in Afghanistan. Simon James / Contributor

In 2014, the couple again held hands on their way to the Christmas church service.

Prince William and Kate Middleton both wore coats. Chris Jackson / Staff

They held hands more times in New York in 2014.

Kate Middleton and Prince William visiting New York. Samir Hussein / Contributor

Prince William also held Middleton's hand at a 2014 event in New York.

Prince William and Kate Middleton leaving the Metropolitan Museum of Art. James Devaney / Contributor

Middleton and Prince William also tend to hold hands around Christmas.

Prince William and Kate Middleton on Christmas in 2013. Chris Jackson / Staff

When England won an event, Prince William and Middleton hugged.

Kate Middleton and Prince William at the 2012 Olympics. Pascal Le Segretain / Staff

As spectators at the 2012 Olympics, Prince William and Middleton held hands in the stadium seats.

Kate Middleton and Prince William during the London 2012 Olympic Games. Pascal Le Segretain / Staff

In 2012, the public witness another kiss at a polo event.

The photo was taken after the Audi Polo Challenge at Santa Barbara Polo Club in Santa Barbara, California. Bauer-Griffin / Contributor

They don't hold hands in public often, but Prince William has been seen with his hand on Middleton's back a few times.

Kate Middleton and Prince William at a wedding in 2012. Max Mumby/Indigo / Contributor

Middleton has also been spotted with her hand on her husband's back.

Kate Middleton had her hand on Prince William's back. Max Mumby/Indigo / Contributor

Middleton and Prince William also embraced during their post-wedding tour to Canada.

Prince William and Kate Middleton in Canada. Samir Hussein / Contributor

The newlyweds held hands on their way to their honeymoon.

Kate Middleton and Prince William walking to a helicopter. WPA Pool / Pool

They kissed in front of cameras on their wedding day.

Kate Middleton and Prince William got married in 2011. John Stillwell - PA Images / Contributor

In their early days of dating, they were much more affectionate in public.

The photo is over a decade old. Max Mumby/Indigo / Contributor

The couple celebrated their college graduation with a cozy portrait.

Kate Middleton and Prince William in college. Handout / Getty

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