A man's casual shout of 'Oi Will' at Prince William has sparked delight online after the Prince of Wales responded with a smile and a wave. The interaction, captured on video and shared on TikTok, shows the heir to the throne reacting warmly to the unorthodox greeting.
Royal Encounter Goes Viral
Freddie McEwan posted a clip on TikTok showing his encounter with the Royal Family. In the video, police motorbikes precede a large black car carrying Prince William. As the vehicle passes, Freddie yells, 'It's William!' followed by 'Oi, Will!' Instead of ignoring the outburst, Prince William turns, smiles, and waves, leaving Freddie laughing in delight.
Public Reaction
The video, originally posted in March, has garnered widespread amusement. Commenters praised the prince's response. One wrote, 'The fact that he waved, too.' Another added, 'He definitely heard you even through that Range Rover.' A third quipped, 'He must have giggled in that car.'
Some joked that Freddie failed to 'keep it cool,' as his caption claimed, but others noted that his enthusiasm earned the wave. 'Being nonchalant wouldn't have got you that wave, to be fair,' one user commented.
The Royal Family's official guidance states there are 'no obligatory codes of behaviour' when meeting royals, but traditional addresses like 'Your Royal Highness' are considered polite. However, Prince William's relaxed response to the informal 'Oi Will' suggests a more modern, approachable monarchy.
