Prince William’s appearance on the Apple TV+ series, The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy, has been widely described as his most open and personal interview to date. The episode, which premiered in October 2025, features the Prince of Wales hosting the actor at Windsor Castle, offering an unusually candid glimpse into his life, his family’s challenges, and his vision for the future of the monarchy. The conversation, which included a walk through the castle grounds and a pint at a local pub, was hailed for its remarkable frankness.

The heir to the throne made a striking personal revelation by stating that 2024 was the hardest year of his life, a time marked by the cancer diagnoses of both his wife, the Princess of Wales (now in remission), and his father, King Charles. He spoke openly about the emotional toll of family stress, admitting that worry about his family is the only thing that genuinely overwhelms him. He praised the strength of his wife and father for how they navigated the previous year's difficulties and also mentioned how his children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis managed the challenging time brilliantly.

Beyond the personal, Prince William also gave his most detailed insight yet into his approach to his future role as King. He stated clearly, "change is on my agenda change for good," and expressed his desire to question traditions to ensure the monarchy remains relevant and impactful. He noted that he wants to create a world and a job that his son, Prince George, will be proud of, and spoke about his commitment to protecting his own family from the kind of intense, insatiable media scrutiny he and his brother, Prince Harry, endured growing up, a practice he vowed would never be repeated.

The interview was notable for its informal tone, with the Prince of Wales even arriving on an electric scooter to meet Levy. In a lighter moment, he also confessed to being a big fan of Levy's classic comedy films, including American Pie. This willingness to step away from the traditional, guarded formality of royal life and engage in a relaxed, open dialogue has been viewed as a deliberate move to foster greater public connection and signal a modern, authentic approach to his future role, emphasizing that he takes his responsibilities seriously, but will not let them "own" him.