Survivor: Meeting Prince William Felt Like Old Friend

Leanne Lucas, a yoga teacher who was seriously injured in the Southport knife attacks, recently attended a Buckingham Palace garden party. She described her conversation with the Prince of Wales as feeling like meeting an old friend, recalling their previous personal discussions.

The Prince, who had visited Lucas in Southport following the July 29, 2024, attack that tragically killed three young girls, expressed that she was "so brave" and inquired about her well-being. Lucas discussed her "Let's Be Blunt" campaign, which aims to promote safety by advocating for rounded-tip knife blades to reduce incidents of knife crime.

Lucas shared her excitement and honor at being invited to the event, which was hosted by the Prince and Princess of Wales on behalf of the King. She noted that while William was interested in her campaign, he also genuinely checked in on her personal recovery.

During her conversation with the Princess of Wales, who wore a distinctive dress and hat, Lucas mentioned that Kate was happy to see her exuding energy and passion again, contrasting with their previous meeting when Lucas was still recovering emotionally from the attack.