In the labyrinth of royal gossip, few stories have sparked as much controversy as the alleged affair between Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, and Rose Hanbury, the Marchioness of Cholmondeley. The saga, which has ebbed and flowed in the public consciousness, recently resurged with the circulation of photos purportedly showing the Prince and Hanbury in a compromising situation. This incident has not only reignited the flames of a rumored infidelity but also cast a shadow over the royal family's image amidst other ongoing scandals.

For years, there have been whispers about an illicit relationship between Prince William and Hanbury. These rumors gained momentum in 2019, following reports of a falling out between Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, and Hanbury. The root of this rumored rift? An alleged affair between Hanbury and Prince William. This narrative was further fueled when Giles Coren, a reporter for The Times of London, cryptically tweeted, "Everyone knows about the affair, darling," only to delete it later​​.

Despite the persistent murmurs, the royal couple has remained conspicuously silent on the matter. A family friend, speaking to Us Weekly in 2019, revealed that Kate Middleton found the rumors hurtful and was concerned about her children eventually reading about them online. In a similar vein, following a 2019 story by In Touch about the alleged affair, Prince William's lawyers reportedly issued warnings to British publications about publishing content on the topic​​.

The recent resurgence of these rumors was triggered by the appearance of photographs on social media, showing allegedlyPrince William and Rose Hanbury kissing photos. These images, which quickly went viral, were claimed to be taken during a private party at a nightclub. Despite the distance at which the photos were taken and the indistinct faces, the claim was that these were indeed images of Prince William and Hanbury in an intimate moment. The American media also covered this event, adding to the controversy​​.

The implications of these allegations are profound, not just for the individuals involved but for the monarchy as a whole. There have been speculations that this scandal could impact the upcoming coronation of King Charles III. Moreover, there have been recent talks of a potential divorce between Prince William and Kate Middleton, with British media suggesting that the Dukes of Windsor might announce their separation before the coronation ceremony. The underlying cause, as reported, is the growing strain in their marriage due to the alleged infidelity and Prince William's rumored romance with Hanbury​​.

Throughout this saga, the British royal family has maintained its traditional silence on personal matters, neither confirming nor denying the allegations. This discretion, while typical of the monarchy, only adds to the intrigue and speculation surrounding the affair. As the story continues to unfold, the public's fascination with the royal family's private lives remains unabated, a testament to the enduring allure of royal scandals and the mysteries they cloak.