Or at least we thought so.
The two royals may have very different personalities, but they have the most adorable friendship.
Even back then, it was clear that the two men were destined to become friends.

A sign of any good friendship is the ability to tease one another.
Royal expert Rosa Silverman revealed that Mike had a friendly greeting prepared for William’s 27th birthday.
Per theTelegraph, Mike was overheard saying “How’s it going, baldy?”

The comical podcast had both Burrow, Mike, and his wife Zara in absolute stitches.
It was a funny moment that shows just how well Mike and William get along behind the scenes.
The royal family wasspottedattending service at Sandringham Church on Christmas Day.

Mike seems to dote on his royal cousins' children as well.
He was spotted hanging out with his pal William’s children on the same Christmas Day outing.