The gloves may be coming off at the Palace.
Prince William and Princess Kate are said to be consulting legal advisors after a controversial Broadway play portraying their son, 11-year-old Prince George, as an older gay male sparked global outrage and condemnation.
“This isn’t freedom of expression — it’s the exploitation of a minor for shock value,” a senior royal insider told The National Enquirer. “He’s a child. Leave him alone.”
The play — shockingly titled Prince F*t and written by Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill — fast-forwards to 2032 and imagines a grown-up George (renamed “Tips”) bringing his boyfriend home to meet his royal parents.
But for the royal family — and a growing chorus of supporters — the use of George’s real identity and the slur in the title is beyond the pale.
“[King Charles III] has been briefed. William and Catherine are extremely distressed,” one source close to the family confirmed. “They are absolutely looking at their legal options. Enough is enough.”
Per the insider, palace aides are said to be exploring defamation and child protection laws across multiple jurisdictions, including the U.K. and U.S., where the production is being staged in New York City.
“There are clear lines when it comes to children — especially public figures who never asked for fame,” the insider says. “This crosses every one of them.”
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Legal action may take time — but one thing is certain: the Palace is no longer staying silent. They’re not the only ones: Many took to Reddit to express their outrage after learning about the play.
“Interesting concept, really grossed out that the playwright decided to use the basis of the main character on a real person, and one who is a minor no less,” One person wrote on Reddit. “Feels wrong and is giving me the ick.”
“Yeah, this is… not something I feel okay about,” another wrote. “He’s eleven.”
This isn’t the first time Prince George’s likeness has been used in pop culture. In 2021, HBO Max premiered The Prince, an animated comedy series following the 8-year-old, who was depicted as conniving and bratty.
The young royal was voiced by series creator Gary Janette, while Orlando Bloom voiced Prince Harry and Sophie Turner voiced Princess Charlotte.
According to Janetti, Prince George’s uncle, Prince Harry, was unfazed by the show. “I know before the show premiered, he was aware that Orlando was doing it … and he seemed to have a sense of humor about it,” Janetti revealed on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen in August 2021.
The Prince was canceled in 2022.