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What did Prince William say in a new interview?

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Prince William discussed the challenges of the past year, including his family's health, the impact of his parents' divorce, and his hopes for positive change in the monarchy. He expressed pride in his family's resilience and a desire to avoid repeating past mistakes.

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Prince William opens up about family, future plans for monarchy

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  • Prince William discussed learning from his parents' divorce and aiming not to repeat their mistakes. 18s
  • He addressed the recent cancer diagnoses of his wife, Catherine, and his father, King Charles. 31s
  • William reflected on the loss of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, noting significant changes in the family. 43s
  • He expressed a commitment to positive, necessary change for the monarchy's future. 1m 0s
  • William mentioned his brother, Prince Harry, and his desire to avoid past family issues. 1m 16s
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Prince William opens up about family, future plans for monarchy

William reflects on his parents' divorce, saying, 'You take that, and you learn from it, and you try and make sure you don't do the same mistakes as your parents.'

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Prince William opens up about family, future plans for monarchy

He addresses the cancer diagnoses of his wife, Kate, and his father, calling the past year 'the hardest year I've ever had.'

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Prince William opens up about family, future plans for monarchy

William expresses missing Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, noting the significant changes in his family.

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Prince William opens up about family, future plans for monarchy

He states, 'I think it's safe to say that change is on my agenda. Change for good. That's the bit that excites me.'

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Prince William opens up about family, future plans for monarchy

William mentions his brother, hoping not to repeat past practices and vowing to prevent regression in the royal family.

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Prince William opens up about family, future plans for monarchy

He expresses pride in King Charles and Catherine for their battles with cancer, saying they are 'going in the right direction.'

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