In a recent interview, Meghan Markle stirred controversy by referring to the children of Prince William and Princess Kate with a controversial nickname. The interview, conducted during Meghan’s tour of Los Angeles, saw her revealing that she calls Prince William and Princess Kate’s children “witches.” This statement has reportedly left the royal family “outraged” and has sparked significant media attention.

Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton’s three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, are known for their rare public appearances at key royal events. They were last seen with their parents at the Trooping the Colour ceremony, where they greeted supporters from the balcony alongside King Charles and Queen Camilla.

The royal family traditionally avoids using formal titles among themselves, preferring special nicknames. In her interview with James Corden, Meghan Markle disclosed that she calls Prince Harry “Haz.” The late Queen Elizabeth was affectionately called “Lilibet” by her immediate family, while Prince William referred to her as “Gary,” as reported by The Mirror.

Following this tradition, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis have their own unique nicknames for their elders. They call King Charles “Grandpa Wales” and remember their late grandmother, Princess Diana, as “Granny Diana.” Queen Camilla, who has five grandchildren of her own in addition to Prince William and Prince Harry’s children, is affectionately known as “GaGa” by her stepchildren. This was revealed when Camilla told Lady Gaga that her grandchildren and stepchildren refer to her by this endearing moniker.

The royal family’s tradition of nicknames extends back generations. Queen Elizabeth used to call her grandfather, George V, “Grandad England.” Prince George, following this charming custom, called Queen Elizabeth “Gan-Gan.” In 2016, Kate Middleton expressed her delight at having a little girl, remarking on how special it was for George to have a sister.

Despite these affectionate nicknames, Meghan Markle’s recent comments have not been well received. The royal family, known for maintaining a united front, is reportedly displeased with Meghan’s choice of words, considering them disrespectful.

Adding to the complexities of royal life, there are strict rules regarding travel. When Prince George turns 12 in 2025, a royal travel rule will come into effect, preventing him from traveling on the same plane as his father. This rule is designed to ensure the succession of the monarchy by not allowing immediate heirs to travel together.

Graham Laurie, King Charles’s former pilot, explained that this rule meant Prince William traveled separately from his father after turning 12 in 1994. Laurie recalled, “We flew all four: the Prince, the Princess, Prince William, and Prince Harry, until Prince William was 12. After that, he had to have a separate aircraft, and we could only fly all four together with the written permission of Her Majesty.”

As Prince George approaches his 11th birthday this month, these rules will soon apply to him, marking a new chapter in his royal life. Meanwhile, the royal family continues to navigate the challenges of public life and internal dynamics, now complicated further by Meghan Markle’s recent comments.