Speaking exclusively to Smooth Spins Casino, Jack Stooks, who worked as a gardener at Highgrove House for 20 years, recalled exactly what changed after the announcement.
Although many may remember that time, Jack worked in the royal household when the news broke, and saw firsthand just how quickly things changed.
He recalled: “Things definitely changed after the engagement. Before that, Kate had no royal protection, and the press followed her everywhere, leaving little privacy.
“I believe the pressure even contributed to their brief breakup. Once the engagement was announced, she was assigned personal protection officers, allowing her to move around safely and with less stress.”
He also recalled that while changes had taken place, the couple – and their love – did not change. He said: “Public outings became rarer, but behind closed doors, she and William remained warm and down to earth.”
In their engagement interview, Princess Catherine spoke about how she felt about soon entering the Royal Family and becoming a working royal.
She said: “It is obviously nerve-wracking because I don’t know the ropes really. But I’m willing to learn quickly and work hard. I really hope I can make a difference and help even in the smallest way.”