15 Ways William ­Is the Most Modern Future King

When Prince William was planning his wedding to Kate Middleton back in 2011, it became clear that this was very much a 21st century royal who wanted to leave behind some of the outdated
practices of the past and move into a more modern age. He tore up suggestions by courtiers, opted for a buffet for dignitaries at Buckingham Palace instead of a sit-down meal, and whittled down the guest list to become just friends and family by the time evening fell. Since then, he has continued to do things his way and is proving himself to be a very contemporary king-in-waiting.

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He's the first member of the royal family to be photographed for the cover of a gay magazine.
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He's the first member of the royal family to be photographed for the cover of a gay magazine.

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He doesn't wear a wedding ring.
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He doesn't wear a wedding ring.

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He has a normal job.
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He has a normal job.

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He wears loom bands.
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He wears loom bands.

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He flies economy (sometimes).

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He wants to destroy all the ivory in the royal collection.
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He wants to destroy all the ivory in the royal collection.

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He organized the first soccer game at Buckingham Palace.
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He organized the first soccer game at Buckingham Palace.

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He poses for selfies.
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He poses for selfies.

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He's affectionate with his kids in public.
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He's affectionate with his kids in public.

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He's affectionate with his wife in public.
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He's affectionate with his wife in public.

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He drives his family around.
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He drives his family around.