Kate Middleton made an unexpected public appearance with Prince William to
warmly welcome Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II and Princess Rajwa Al
Hussein to Windsor Castle. Following this, Prince William and Crown Prince
Hussein visited RAF Benson, highlighting the strong bond and shared royal
duties between the British and Jordanian heirs.
Kate Middleton’s Unexpected Welcome at Windsor Castle
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, surprised royal
watchers by joining Prince William in greeting the visiting Crown Prince
Hussein and Princess Rajwa of Jordan at Windsor Castle on October 15, 2025. As
originally reported by Royal Insider, the appearance was not disclosed
beforehand by Kensington Palace, with only Prince William’s engagement at RAF
Benson confirmed earlier that week.
In a behind-the-scenes video shared on the official Instagram of the Prince and Princess of Wales, Kate was seen engaging in warm conversation with Princess Rajwa as they walked through Windsor’s historic halls. Prince William and Crown Prince Hussein followed closely, deep in dialogue. The caption for the post read:
“A pleasure to welcome HRH Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II of Jordan and HRH Princess Rajwa to Windsor this morning.”
Royal fans quickly expressed delight online, praising Kate’s appearance. Comments ranged from “What a beautiful surprise!” to
“The Princess of Wales looks absolutely gorgeous today (as always).”
Her camel-toned trouser
suit complemented Princess Rajwa’s classic black and white ensemble, marking a
stylish and regal welcome.
A Close Friendship Between Heirs and Families
As detailed by People magazine’s journalist, Kate and
William’s connection with Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa runs deep.
William and Kate attended the Jordanian couple’s wedding in Amman in June 2023,
and this UK visit was a reunion of old friends and royal heirs. Both couples
posed together for a photograph inside Windsor Castle, showcasing a warm and
fraternal atmosphere.
Prince William and Crown Prince Hussein share more than
royal ties; both are trained helicopter pilots. Their friendship dates back to
at least 2018 when William visited Jordan and spent time at the Crown Prince’s
home. Queen Rania, Hussein’s mother, is also a council member of William’s
Earthshot Prize, reinforcing the strong ties between the British and Jordanian
royals.
Kate Middleton has a personal connection to Jordan as well,
having lived there as a child while her father worked for British Airways. She
and her sister attended nursery school in Amman. William and Kate also took a
private family holiday to Jordan in 2021, with a photo from Petra later
featuring on their Christmas card.
Prince William and Crown Prince Hussein Visit RAF Benson
Following the welcome ceremony at Windsor, William and Hussein traveled to RAF Benson in Oxfordshire for a joint engagement. Official Kensington Palace statements highlighted the visit as demonstrating
"the strong relationship between The Prince and The Crown Prince, as well as their mutual respect and support for the Armed Forces."
Both royal heirs met
trainee aircrew, support staff, and technicians during their visit to the
airbase.
At RAF Benson, which hosts several RAF squadrons, Crown
Prince Hussein connected with personnel, discussing their roles and deployment
experiences. This visit underscores the ongoing partnership and solidarity
between the UK and Jordan on defence matters.
Kate’s Busy Week and Public Life Engagements
Kate Middleton’s surprise Windsor appearance comes after a
busy start to her week. As reported by Royal Insider, on October 14 she and
Prince William visited the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service’s £50
million Learning and Development College in Cookstown. They also toured Mallon
Farm to explore sustainable flax production, followed by a stop at Long Meadow
Cider, where they participated in baking activities at a family-owned apple
farm.
This marks a continued public re-engagement for the Princess
of Wales following her recovery from cancer last year, signaling her gradual
return to regular royal duties.
Princess Rajwa’s Engagements and Royal Relations in the UK
Alongside the Windsor meeting, Princess Rajwa continued to
strengthen ties with the British royals, recently seen with Princess Eugenie
during visits to mental health facilities in London. Eugenie praised the
charitable artwork created for hospital wards, sharing photos online. This week
also marked Princess Rajwa’s and Crown Prince Hussein’s first official visit to
the United Kingdom, as covered by Tatler magazine.
Kate Middleton and Prince William’s warm welcome for Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa at Windsor Castle underlines the enduring friendship and mutual respect between the British and Jordanian royal families. Their joint displays of solidarity, both diplomatic and personal, reaffirm the international bond shared by these royal heirs.