Sapphire Sparkle and Nervous Giggles: The Story of William and Kate's Royal Engagement

In November 2010, the news that Britain's future King had found love at St. Andrew's University sent royal fans into a frenzy. Prince William's engagement to Kate Middleton was officially announced, signaling an imminent royal wedding.

Fresh from their romantic trip to Kenya, where William had proposed, the couple sat down for an exclusive interview. However, for Kate, a young woman suddenly thrust into the spotlight, the conversation proved to be a nerve-racking affair. Behind-the-scenes footage captured the moment William encouraged his anxious fiancée to "breathe" before Kate quipped, "I'm not very good at that!"

Despite her nerves, Kate remained poised, deliberately placing her hands in her lap to avoid fidgeting. The 15-minute interview, viewed by over three billion people worldwide, marked the first time the future Princess had spoken publicly. According to author Katie Nicholl, Kate had been "dreading" the interview, but the couple radiated joy at the prospect of spending their lives together.

William proposed to Kate with his late mother, Princess Diana's, iconic 12-carat oval Ceylon blue sapphire engagement ring, which he described as "very special" to him. The significance of the dazzling ring was not lost on Kate, who remarked, "I just hope I look after it. It's very, very special."