King Charles III is officially the monarch of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms following his coronation on May 6. The ceremony has marked a new era for the British Royal Family, in which Prince William has had a leading role on his father's big day.
As next in line to the throne, Prince William was commissioned to recite the Royal Blood Tribute. This position involves wearing the royal mantle, known as the stole, and placing it on the new king's shoulders during the ceremony before the iconic St Edward's crown is donned.
Guillermo's involvement in the act has been especially significant, since he has been the only royal duke who has paid tribute to his father. In the past, a succession of royals would kneel before the new king, pledge allegiance and kiss his right hand. However, on this occasion, Prince William was the only one who knelt before his father, recited the Tribute to the Royal Blood and swore allegiance to him.
"I, William, Prince of Wales, pledge my allegiance to you and the faith and truth that I will profess to you, as your lord of life and death. God help me," Prince William said before kissing his father on the cheek. .
Despite the solemnity of the moment, and the protocol impassivity of Carlos III, it has been possible to see that the new king of England tried not to express the emotion he felt when he saw his son swearing loyalty to him. In a fleeting moment he glanced at his son after kissing her, but quickly looked down to keep from crying.
At this important moment, Prince William's family was also present to support him. The next King of England was accompanied by his wife Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, and his children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. In addition, Prince George, second in line to the throne, was one of the Pages of Honor.
