Royal fans are getting a peek behind the golden gates of Buckingham Palace thanks to Zara and Mike Tindall. Prince William‘s cousin and cousin-in-law have become beloved royals thanks to their down-to-earth vibes and their willingness to step up for big events, but their latest podcast appearance is sure to give them a special place in everyone’s hearts. Mike shared the special nickname that he has for William while speaking to Rugby League legend Rob Burrow. The Mirror reports that Burrow passed away in June after a Motor Neurone Disease (MND) diagnosis.
The episode was recorded before his death and Burrow asked if Mike or Zara had nicknames for their royal family members. Mike didn’t hold back, telling his friend—much to the chagrin of Zara—his not-so-flattering nickname for William.
“For the Prince of Wales, he is known as One Pint Willy. He is known to me as One Pint Willy, because he is not the best of drinkers, coming from a sport where it is built on the social aspect and a couple of beers being sunk quite often,” Mike said. “That is one I will definitely give away for the Prince of Wales.”
Zara giggled before she warned her husband: “Oh my god. You are in so much trouble.”
William seemed to know all about it. Burrow explained that when he met William, he had a good laugh over the whole situation.
“It was you who got the nicknames out of him—he apologized to me about that,” William said, according to Burrow. “When I saw him, I said Mike, ‘When you say you’re not going to mention your nicknames doesn’t mean you mention mine, it’s not fair’. I’m sure it’s quite fun with Mike.”
Royal fans can add One Pint Willy to the growing list of royal nicknames. Of course, there’s Fergie for Sarah Ferguson, but more recent news revealed that, at school, Prince George goes by PG Tips and that his sister, Princess Charlotte goes by Lottie at home.
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