Prince William and Princess Kate Deliver First Joint Address Entirely in Welsh

The Prince and Princess of Wales surprise royal fans with a historic video message delivered entirely in Welsh to mark St. David’s Day 2026. See the details here.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 3, 2026, 6:03 AM EST

Source: People

A Linguistic Tribute from Frogmore House

In a move that has drawn widespread praise across the United Kingdom, Prince William and Princess Kate marked St. David’s Day by speaking entirely in Welsh for their official holiday address. The video, filmed in the scenic surroundings of Frogmore House on the Windsor Home Park estate, featured the couple standing side-by-side, each wearing a traditional yellow daffodil—the national flower of Wales—on their lapel. While William has previously used conversational Welsh in public, this marks the first time the couple has delivered a complete, formal address in the language.

The Message to the People of Wales

The address was structured as a seamless dialogue between the royal pair. Prince William opened the message, stating in Welsh: "To everyone in Wales, a very Happy St. David’s Day! It is a beautiful country, with a rich history and wonderful people." Princess Kate followed with equal fluency, adding: "Wales is very close to our hearts, and we look forward to every visit. Wishing you a day full of celebration with family and friends." The video concluded with the traditional greeting, "Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus."

Strategic Cultural Integration

The decision to embrace the Welsh language is viewed by royal commentators as a strategic deepening of the couple’s connection to their titles, which they assumed in 2022. By moving beyond simple greetings to full sentences, the Princess of Wales, in particular, has demonstrated a significant commitment to the cultural heritage of the nation she represents. This "hidden talent" for linguistics follows reports that both royals have been quietly taking conversational lessons to better engage with local communities during their frequent visits to the principality.