Princess Kate is garnering attention online after her elegant royal curtsies, showcased in viral TikTok clips, captivated fans.
Curtsies, a time-honored show of respect, are primarily performed by female royals towards the monarch, done upon greeting and parting. This involves a brief dip of the knee accompanied by a head bow. While public curtsies were once common, they’ve mostly faded from practice today, although some individuals still opt to perform them.
Curtsies are particularly prevalent at royal events attended by the king and queen, alongside extended family members.
Since joining the monarchy in 2011, Princess Kate has often drawn attention during significant events, from jubilees to coronations.
A TikTok video posted by user @queen.lilibethwindsor on August 26 features a compilation of Kate’s curtsies alongside those from other royals, including Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, Meghan Markle, and Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh. You can check it out here.
The first clip shows Kate gracefully curtsying to King Charles III during a state visit from the South Korean president in 2023, elegantly dressed in a red outfit. The video also highlights other moments, such as her curtsy during the 2023 coronation ceremony and interactions with the late Queen Elizabeth II.
The post has accumulated over 20,500 likes, with fans praising Kate’s mastery of the curtsy. Comments include, “Now THAT is a killer curtsy from Kate,” and “She never misses a beat,” showcasing admiration for her elegance and respectfulness.
Interestingly, Meghan Markle faced a curtsy-related debate in December 2022, claiming she initially thought a request to curtsy for Queen Elizabeth was a joke. However, she later performed several graceful curtsies during her time in Britain, winning over fans in the process.