Lip reader revealed Prince Williams brutal remark to Queen Camilla during VE Day service

During the recent VE Day celebrations at Buckingham Palace, a seemingly lighthearted moment between Prince William and Queen Camilla sparked buzz online after a lip reader revealed a blunt exchange between the two royals.

The royal family gathered on May 5 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, marking the end of World War II in Europe. It was a rare full appearance on the Palace balcony, with the Prince and Princess of Wales present alongside their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

As the RAF flypast soared overhead, Kate Middleton was seen gently reminding her children to “keep your eyes on the sky.” The family even turned the occasion into a playful guessing game, identifying the aircraft flying above. According to professional lip reader Nicola Hickling, Prince Louis, ever enthusiastic, excitedly noted the “lots of tanks,” while George tried to identify an Atlas plane.

But it wasn’t just the children enjoying the spectacle. Prince William, apparently trying to involve Queen Camilla in the game, posed a question to her. Her response—and his—quickly caught attention.

As reported by Hello! Magazine via Hickling’s analysis, when Camilla gave her answer, William playfully quipped, “It’s the wrong answer.” In response, Camilla, not missing a beat, admitted, “Are we still playing this? I must put in more effort.”

The remark, though said in jest, sparked a wave of reactions across social media. Some interpreted William’s comment as a teasing jab, while others saw it as a typical example of the family’s dry sense of humor.

The moment also gave insight into the close-knit and candid nature of the royals behind palace walls. William’s love of aviation is well-documented—he once served as a Royal Air Force search and rescue pilot for three years, and that passion seems to have carried over to his children. Kate has previously shared that George has been fascinated with aircraft since he was little and once expressed interest in joining the air cadets.

While many fans celebrated the warm and humorous family moment, others were quick to critique. A few online commentators felt William’s response was “harsh,” though many defended it as harmless banter among relatives.

Regardless of interpretation, the exchange added a touch of unscripted humanity to a formal public appearance. It reminded royal watchers that even behind tradition and protocol, the royals are still a family—with their own inside jokes, sibling-like teasing, and candid reactions.

What did you think of William’s comment? Was it cheeky fun or a little too sharp? Let us know your thoughts.