Royalties

Prince William and Kate Middleton today announced that they are officially engaged and gave their first interview on BBC1's 'The One Show'.

The couple have had much speculation bestowed upon their relationship, particularly back in '07 when they briefly split. Luckily the two reconciled and good old Will decided to put a ring on it...and what a ring it is.

Kate has been blessed with Diana's amazing sapphire and diamond ring, which William said was his way of making sure his mother "is close to it all." And it seems the ring made the prince more nervous than the actual proposal, saying "I kept hold of the ring for about 3 weeks, in my backpack, everywhere I went. I knew I'd be in trouble if anything happened to it" I'd imagine so Willy!

So was it a shock to the future princess?  When asked, the bride-to-be said she was "...very surprised and very happy." Prince Will got down on one knee when the couple were holidaying in Kenya with friends last month, and even though the pair said they had discussed marriage before, she had no idea he would pop the question in Africa. They suitably waited to announce the news after Remembrance Day had passed.

It's nice to see a Royal couple so relaxed and genuine during such an intimate interview, and even crack a few jokes. William made a few smirky tongue-in-cheek comments, including how he was "of course a hopeless romantic and the proposal was perfect". It's been compared to that of Charles and Diana's post-engagement interview which seemed awkward and all formality, and when asked if Charles was in love he replied "...if anyone can know what love is" How romantic! Hopefully this generations Prince and Princess shall live happily ever after.

Perhaps Katie Price can can give them some wedding tips?