The Dual Threats to Prince William's Everyman Image
Will Prince William succeed in promoting royalty with a lowercase "r" as a way to preserve the monarchy?
Prince William's efforts to portray himself as an everyman prince have been threatened by his son Prince George starting boarding at Eton College, a prestigious school known for its elite clientele and hefty tuition fees. The annual cost for a boarding place at Eton is $85,000, making it inaccessible for the vast majority of British families.
This decision comes amid a challenging time for the monarchy, with a recent Ipsos survey revealing that only 33% of 18-34-year-olds want to retain the crown, while 45% would abolish it. Prince William is attempting to modernize the monarchy by sharing his interests and emotions through podcasts and engaging in casual activities like pub visits and mini-golf, but the addition of his brother Prince Harry and their children to the household may dilute William's relatable image.
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