For the royals, public displays of affection have always been frowned upon.
When the Queen and her family go out in public, it’s usually because they’re on a business trip, so holding hands, kissing, or cuddling up to each other may seem a little inappropriate.
However, the royals in love can’t always resist – they are only human, after all! Take a look at the photographic evidence below, starting with…
Kate Middleton and Prince William
In February 2020, the Cambridges were in South Wales for engagements, and there was a cute moment when Kate lovingly touched husband William’s arm as they strolled down the pier in Mumbles.
The Duchess wore a red Zara dress with a heart-printed scarf from Beulah London to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
The Sussexes have a more tactile approach to public engagements before stepping back from royal duties, whether they’re holding hands or wrapping an arm around each other’s waist. As they spoke to well-wishers during a visit to Birmingham as an engaged couple, Harry and Meghan demonstrated their signature gesture.
Kate Middleton and Prince William
Backstage at the inaugural Earthshot Prize Awards at Alexandra Palace in October 2021, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were photographed sharing a tender moment together. Kate proudly wrapped her arm around her husband, Prince William, who smiled back at her.
Mike and Zara Tindall
Mike, the Queen’s granddaughter, has been married to him for more than ten years. These two have always been in love, and Lucas, their third child, was born in March 2021.
Zara supported Mike during the ISPS HANDA Mike Tindall Celebrity Golf Classic, held at the Belfry Golf & Resort Hotel in Sutton Coldfield in 2019, and the couple is often seen cheering each other on at sporting events. On the golf course, the couple was photographed kissing and embracing!
The Queen and Prince Philip
The Queen and her late husband Philip were rarely seen together in public. So it was sweet to see the couple, who had been married for 73 years, kiss on the cheek on the eve of the Millennium in 1999.
Kate Middleton and Prince William
In August 2020, the Duchess was seen affectionately wrapping her arm around her husband as they laughed in the amusement arcades on Barry Island.
Mike and Zara Tindall
Mike is seen here cheering on Zara at the Tweseldown Horse Trials in 2011. The couple was only four months away from their wedding day.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
Harry and Meghan stayed close even in the car after their first royal engagement together! As the couple returned to Kensington Palace, the Duchess-to-be placed one hand on top of Harry’s.
Kate Middleton and Prince William
While waiting for Princess Eugenie to arrive at her wedding in 2018, the Cambridges shared a sweet moment.
Jack Brooksbank and Princess Eugenie
For the newlyweds, a kiss! Eugenie and Jack shared a sweet moment on the steps of St George’s Chapel in October 2018, and the crowds went wild.
Sophie and Prince Edward
As Sophie prepared to take on the grueling challenge of cycling from the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh to Buckingham Palace in London in September 2016, the Queen’s youngest son sweetly bid his wife farewell with a kiss.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
At their official photocall after announcing their engagement in November 2017, Harry and Meghan gave fans a glimpse of what they would look like at the altar, lovingly gazing at each other and holding hands.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
Here’s another shot of their signature pose – it’s so cute!
Kate Middleton and Prince William
The Cambridges aren’t as affectionate in public as the Sussexes, but they do indulge in some PDA now and then. Kate was photographed placing her hand on William’s lower back at Royal Ascot in 2017.
Camilla and Prince Charles
On engagements, these two always appear to be having a good time!
