Amid ongoing speculation, fueled by various conspiracy theories surrounding Kate Middleton, rumors (and emphasis on rumors!) resurfaced regarding Prince William’s alleged affair with Rose Hanbury, the Marchioness of Cholmondeley, much to the palace’s chagrin.
While murmurs of William and Rose’s purported involvement circulated on social media, they gained broader attention after Stephen Colbert referenced them during his Late Show monologue on Tuesday evening.
In response to Colbert’s remarks, a former royal courtier conveyed to the Daily Beast that the comedian’s commentary was “deeply irritating and unhelpful for the palace,” adding that the revival of affair rumors was not unexpected. The absence of Kate’s wedding ring in a recent photo only fueled speculation further.
Colbert humorously suggested a connection between Kate’s absence and William’s alleged affair, prompting discussions online. Additionally, Kate’s omission of her wedding ring in a notable Mother’s Day photo stirred surprise among her acquaintances.
A source close to the couple expressed bewilderment over the photo’s release, particularly the digitally removed wedding ring, which seemed designed to provoke inquiries about the state of their marriage.
