Prince William is delighted that people are enthusiastic about Catherine, says royal expert. The heir to the throne does not want to be degraded to a superfluous marginal figure.
The popularity of the Princess of Wales is said to be "worrying" for the royal couple. Kate and William's blessing of the house also hangs awry, but thanks to Catherine's balanced nature, the situation never escalates, says author Tom Quinn. The couple have arguments, but where some couples argue and throw heavy vases at each other, William and Kate throw pillows one after another.