A source says Catherine set a strict boundary after rumours left her shaken
Catherine once laid down a firm condition for Prince William that ended up shaping the course of their relationship, according to a well-placed source. The issue traces back to ongoing speculation about his alleged connection to Rose Hanbury, whose name has circled the future King since gossip first surfaced in 2019.
RadarOnline reports that as the whispers persisted, Catherine asked William to remove Hanbury from their social circle entirely. This created complications, as Hanbury is married to David Rocksavage, the Marquess of Cholmondeley. His family has long-standing ties to the monarchy. Hanbury’s grandmother served as a bridesmaid to Queen Elizabeth II, and she attended King Charles III’s coronation in 2023.
The source says Catherine was deeply shaken by the rumours. They added that the couple sought counselling after the speculation gained traction six years ago. While their marriage has faced its share of difficult moments, the source believes the pair remain committed and are not expected to part ways.
