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These 8 Royal Family "Rules" Are Total Myths
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Touching royalty is forbidden.

Like many royal rules, this myth is at least partly based in reality, but it's not as rigid as most people think. While hugging the Queen is a no-go, shaking her hand (if she offers you her hand first!) is perfectly acceptable. Younger members of the royal family have broken with the no-touching tradition more often, and have been spotted hugging children or even the occasional fan!

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