Prince William Reportedly Furious Over Invasion Of Privacy During Skiing Holiday With Kate Middleton

Prince William is unhappy that his family did not have their privacy on a recent ski trip. 

The upsetting incident comes just months after Kate Middleton made a poised return to public life, and attended her first royal garden party since 2023 after stepping back last year to undergo cancer treatment.

Prince William recently traveled to Courchevel, France, with his wife and their kids, Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte, and Prince George, during the U.K.'s spring school break.

Despite booking a private chalet, French paparazzi captured and published photos of the family during their downtime in Paris for an Aston Villa match.

The breach of privacy has reportedly pushed William to the brink. "They were under the expectation of having privacy and just trying to take a break; this was totally unacceptable," a source noted, adding:

"William's temper is really boiling over this one, so no one will be all that surprised if he does take action."

The insider noted that while William understands public interest in his role, it does not mean he forfeits the right to private family moments.

"He was out with his family, and he's very protective of his kids and his wife. It really creeps them out to be followed and photographed like that, and, of course, when William sees them upset, that sets him off," the source told In Touch.

Although the paparazzi in Paris reportedly frustrated William, his main reason for being there was to attend an Aston Villa match, a clear nod to his deep love of football. 

That passion was even more evident on May 21, when he visited Leith, Scotland, to join a local soccer project helping change lives through sport.

According to PEOPLE, the 42-year-old showed off his footwork in a suit and sneakers as he kicked the ball around with participants of Street Soccer Scotland. The nonprofit offers free training and support to disadvantaged youth and adults and has been active in Leith since 2009.

The Royal Foundation, the charity led by William and his wife, used the occasion to announce a new partnership with Street Soccer Scotland. Together, they plan to expand support in the area and revitalize the Leith Community Centre.

William's hands-on visit to a community soccer project in Scotland came just one day after he and Princess Kate hosted a garden party at Buckingham Palace.

The Blast reported that the event marked the princess's first time back at the traditional gathering in two years, following her cancer diagnosis and treatment. 

She made a strong return, standing beside her husband in a bright yellow Emilia Wickstead dress paired with a Philip Treacy hat, coordinating purse, and heels. William looked sharp in a suit and top hat, holding a folded umbrella like a staff as the pair greeted guests. 

Before returning to the royal spotlight, Kate released a deeply personal short film that offered a glimpse into her ongoing cancer recovery. She narrated a 3-minute video titled "Spring," the first in a four-part series capturing her emotional journey.

The film featured scenes of Kate and William on the Isle of Mull and highlighted the season's symbolism of "rebirth, hope, and new beginnings."

The Princess' message highlighted the reviving and renewing power of nature, advising others to "reconnect to nature and celebrate a new dawn within our hearts."

She also described nature as her "sanctuary," crediting it as a source of healing and clarity. "The natural world's capacity to inspire us, to nurture us, and help us heal and grow is boundless and has been understood for generations," she said.

The mother-of-three turned to storytelling and nature to spotlight mental health awareness with the release of her short film.

In the caption accompanying the video, Kate explained that the film was meant to spark conversation around emotional well-being and encourage positive change in an "increasingly complex and digital world."

She called the Mother Nature series "a reminder and reflection of the beauty and complexity of the human experience," adding that it honored the ways in which nature can support personal growth and deepen human connection.

Sources revealed the film was part of a four-part series that would explore how each season symbolizes different stages of healing and that she plans to narrate the remaining installments. 

Whether Prince William follows through with legal action over the ski trip photos, his next moves will undoubtedly reflect his dedication to family.