It’s no secret that the British monarchy has to follow a lot of strict rules.

It doesn’t happen.

So I needed to learn a lot" (viaThe Independent).

Prince William smiling at event

Yet it’s not just Markle who’s struggled with royal protocol.

So let’s break down some royal rules Prince William has been caught breaking.

However, the queen allegedly wasn’t a fan of Prince William flying his family in helicopters.

Prince William and family exiting plane

It would spark a constitutional crisis."

In fact, commoners aren’t even supposed to offer up a handshake first.

Royal expert Victoria Arbiter toldInsider, “Really it comes down to don’t touch a royal.

Prince William hugging a Lioness player

Even royals sometimes need a hug.

Myka Meier, an expert on royal etiquette, explained why toPeople.

“Technically the couple are working representatives of British monarchy,” Meier said.

Prince William kissing Kate Middleton

Thankfully, the couple has loosened up over the years.

They began breaking protocol to display affection on different occasions.

One of them said, “I was quite surprised that farmers voted for Brexit, to be honest.

Prince William taking selfie

It’s like turkeys voting for Christmas.”

Because of that, it became newsworthy when a royal went elsewhere.

According toThe Daily Mail, in 2016 he chose to spend the holidays with Kate Middleton’s family instead.

Prince William and Kate Middleton at event

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that royals aren’t supposed to swear in public.

But Prince William isn’t opposed to celebrating with athletes.

Great win for England.”

Kate Middleton and William with Queen Elizabeth

Charles had no real exposure as a small child to the world outside the royal circle."

The 15-year-old was at Balmoral in Scotland with his family when he learned of the terrible news.

It is as if no one in the royal family has a soul."

Prince William at Wimbledon

He recalled, “I found sanctuary in the service at Crathie Kirk that very morning.

Prince William grew a beard

Prince William actually broke a royal rule when he grew a beard.

Charles and Diana walking with William

Prince William at Princess Diana’s funeral

Prince William with beard