Ms James told the Express: “Posing in the glorious sunshine in front of the cheering crowds, the [Royal Family] proved once again what they are good at and what has been crucial for their survival: stoicism and the ‘never complain, never explain’ philosophy.
“The King might have looked tetchy in the carriage on the way to the Palace, but he was all good humour and warm smiles on the balcony, even nudging Louis for a chat at one point and picking out his son William for another conversation.”
The expert went on to claim that Charles and William’s exchange sent a very “important” message to Prince Harry as it signalled the beginning of a “new era” within the monarchy, one that is filled with unity and purpose.
She explained: “This father-son exchange of words looked important and symbolic.”
Adding: “Charles tends to pick out the most important people in his life at that time to pay attention to during a balcony appearance.
“Kate has often been the object of his attention, but to chat to William suggested a new era of warmth and compatibility between the two men.
“William’s pose resembled the pose he would adopt when talking to his grandmother too. With his hands clasped in front of his torso, he signalled a sense of respect to his father and to the crown. As a message to Harry, Charles, and William would have signalled unity and united purpose. “