18th Birtday Interview

Question: What will you be doing on your birthday and do you have an exam on the day?
Answer: I don't have an exam on the day but I will be studying for my History of Art exam the next day.

Q: When will you finish your exams?
A: A few days after my birthday.

Q: When and how will you be able to celebrate your birthday?

A: I haven't really thought about it, but no doubt I will celebrate privately with some friends.

Q: Have you enjoyed Eton and what will you miss most when you leave?
A: Yes, very much. I'll miss my friends and Dr Gailey (Housemaster) who has been a tremendous support to me. And I've really enjoyed being able to go about Eton as just another student without the media attention.

Q: Do you still like the uniform - what is different about the "Pop's" uniform - and have you enjoyed being in Pop?
A: I've enjoyed being in Pop, which is a school prefect. I've always liked the uniform, particularly the Pop uniform which allows you to wear your own waistcoats, and the stick ups (stiff wing collar) and tie.

Q: Will you have a gap year and, if so, how will you spend it?
A: Yes, I will be having a gap year but at the moment I prefer to keep the details private until all the arrangements have been settled.

Q: Which university do you want to go to?

A: Until I know my results, I'm unsure. I know there's been an awful lot of speculation but you'll have to wait.

Q: What will you study at university?
A: The History of Art.

Q: Would you like to study abroad?

A: I can honestly say I haven't thought about it; it hadn't yet crossed my mind.

Q: Which sports do you enjoy best?
A: I enjoy water polo, football and rugby - mostly team sports.

Q: What do you do in your spare time?

A: I enjoy being with my friends, going to the cinema, and watching football and rugby matches.

Q: Do you enjoy reading and, if so, who are your favourite authors?
A: Yes, when I get the time. I enjoy a wide range of books but I don't have any particular favourite authors.

Q: What sort of music do you like?
A: Much the same as I did a couple of years ago - dance and pop.

Q: Do you enjoy clubbing and dancing?
A: I enjoy dancing but don't go clubbing that often.

Q: How often do you manage to get to the cinema and what films do you like?
A: I go to the local cinema when there is a good film showing. I prefer action films.

Q: Do you still shop for your own clothes and what style do you prefer?
A: Yes; I much prefer casual wear.

Q: How difficult is it to cope with public and media attention?
A: I don't like the attention. I feel uncomfortable with it. But I have particularly appreciated being left alone at Eton which has allowed me to concentrate on my school work and enjoy being with my friends without being followed by cameras. I am grateful to the media for helping to protect my privacy and I hope I can enjoy the same freedom at university.

Q: How do you cope with the attention of girls?
A: In my own way. Trying to explain how might be counter-productive!

Q: How do you feel about being linked with showbusiness personalities like Britney Spears?
A: There's been a lot of nonsense put about by PR companies. I don't like being exploited in this way but as I get older it's increasingly hard to prevent.

Q: Do you think you might join one of the services after university and, if so, do you have a preference?

A: It's too early to say. I haven't really thought about it.

Q: Have you thought of any other profession?

A: At this stage I just want to get through university. I know there's been a lot of speculation but the truth is I haven't made up my mind yet.

Q: When will you begin solo Royal duties?

A: My father wants me to finish full-time education before doing Royal duties and so do I. It will be a few years before I do Royal engagements although I expect, as in the past, I will sometimes accompany my father.

Q: Are you looking forward to it?
A: I don't know because it's a long way off yet; I haven't really thought about it.

Q: How often do you manage to see members of your family?

A: As often as I can, especially my cousins.

Q: What do you enjoy most about driving your car?

A: Like anyone my age, it gives me some independence.

Q: Do you have a horse?

A: No, but I ride my father's.

Q: How is your dog, Widgeon, and do you have any other pets?

A: Widgeon had eight pups about 18 months ago. I have no other pets.

Q: Now you're 18, will you have your own staff to look after your diary and correspondence?

A: No, I don't need them. My father's office looks after my mail and diary, and that will carry on as before.

Q: Do you have a girlfriend?
A: I like to keep my private life private.

Q: Why did you agree to be photographed at Eton for your 18th birthday?
A: The media have left me alone while I have been at Eton, for which I am grateful. But I knew there would be a lot of media interest in my 18th and I didn't want a whole host of media involved. Neither did I want any distractions as I was revising for my A-levels. So, I agreed to allow one photographer and a TV cameraman to spend a little time with me at Eton.

1996 Interview

  • Favorite Foods?
    • Mostly fast foods, but will try just about anything.
  • Favorite Music?
    • A Techno and some classical
  • Favorite Music Bands?
    • [no answer]
  • Least favorite bands?
    • [no answer]
  • How does he like school?
    • He likes school and likes the Eton uniforms too.
  • Thoughts on fame?
    • Not really comfortable with it. Especially the adulation of teenaged girls.
  • Friend's names?
    • [no answer]
  • Favorite clothes?
    • Something modern and he can shop for and dress himself
  • Biggest regret?
    • Loving computer games and not owning his own computer
  • Future Goal?
    • To go on African Safari
  • Future University?
    • Not sure
  • Favorite Books?
    • Action-Adventure and Non-Fiction
  • Favorite Movies?
    • Action Adventure
  • William also added that he felt his world had fallen apart after his mothers death.

William at 16:

On June 20, 1998, Peter Archer was given a set of questions to ask PW in an interview which took place on June 29, 1998, shortly after William's 16th birthday.

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