Prince William & Kate Middleton Slammed For 'Creating Homelessness' Amid Relocation

Some fans have turned their backs on Prince William and Kate Middleton over the drama surrounding their relocation.

The Prince and Princess of Wales are set to make Forest Lodge their new home with their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. While the move calls for a celebration, it left a bitter taste in the mouths of critics over a viral misunderstanding.

Prince William and Kate Middleton have lived in Adelaide Cottage for the past three years, with sources claiming they were excited for a fresh start. However, their relocation required two separate families to find new homes, leading to the misconception that they were brutally kicked out.

The drama surrounding William and Kate's relocation to Forest Lodge began after a media source claimed, "Two families vacate cottages next to eight-bed Windsor mansion with tennis court & ballroom to make way for the Waleses."

The headline created a misunderstanding among fans who immediately bashed the couple, believing they forced two families to leave their homes. "Creating homelessness, not ending it," a critic penned on X.

Another echoed similar sentiments, claiming William wasn't helping the homeless but escalating the problem by taking people's homes.

Others who misunderstood the situation slammed William and Kate as selfish, but those who followed the story closely did not let these criticisms fly. Many defended the couple while bashing the media outlet for confusing fans with their misleading headline.

The outpouring of love and support for William and Kate overshadowed the criticisms, with a royal family fan account stressing that the families weren't made homeless. "What an obviously slanted headline," the individual quipped, adding that the families were moved to better residences.

Another supporter agreed with their comment, writing: "Stop dragging the Waleses. The tenants were offered upgraded lodgings & agreed to move." A third echoed similar sentiments, claiming the families knew their time on the "Great Windsor Park" was limited and probably enjoyed the experience.

"Stop the c-ap. Two tenants renting properties were provided with even better rented properties on the estate. The End," an X user declared. A fellow supporter of the Wales couple added:

"Wow, the headline! William and Kate would never kick someone out without providing them with something better than they already have."

The backlash against The Daily Mail and critics began after the outlet covered the removal of two families from the Waleses' new home. They reported that early this summer, the tenants who lived in cottages next to the country mansion were asked to vacate their properties.

The cottages were reportedly converted from Forest Lodge's stables and had been rented out by the Crown Estate. Sources claimed the tenants were "surprised" when they were suddenly asked to leave without an eviction notice. An insider added that they were probably moved to better locations.

"They were not expecting it. Those houses are very close to the lodge, so they're not going to want any Tom, Dick, or Harry living in those houses if there are going to be royals there," the insider explained.

The Forest Lodge is an eight-bedroom mansion in Windsor Great Park, a lavish upgrade from the four-bedroom Adelaide Cottage that the Waleses once called home. The Blast shared that a source claimed the couple was excited for a new chapter with their children.

William and Kate reportedly wished to leave their bad memories behind as they faced multiple hiccups following their move to Adelaide Cottage. Shortly after they began living in the property, Queen Elizabeth took her final breath in September 2022.

They faced another significant challenge in 2024 when King Charles and Kate were diagnosed with cancer. "This is a move for the long term. They see it as their forever home," the insider said about William and Kate's relocation, adding that the future King may remain in Forest Lodge after ascending the British throne.

William and Kate's stay in Forest Lodge may not be a permanent deal as the Royal Family owns several properties they can call home if their hearts desire it. The monarchy's real estate portfolio includes the historic Buckingham Palace, home to several royals and events since 1837.

Balmoral Castle is another stunning property owned by the monarchy since 1852. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert purchased it, and it was Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip's summer home for years.

King Charles and Queen Camilla built their home in Clarence House, the former home of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.

The impressive real estate list continues with Prince William and Kate receiving Anmer Hall, a 10-bedroom country home in Norfolk, as a wedding gift from Queen Elizabeth. They lived full-time on the stunning property until 2017, when they moved to Kensington Palace, per Harper's Bazaar.

Will the confusion surrounding Prince William and Kate Middleton's relocation to Forest Lodge damper their spirits?