What Kate Middleton said when asked about breaking the autograph ‘rule’

Kate Middleton sticks to the royal rules.

In fact, the Princess of Wales, 41, reportedly explained why she couldn’t sign autographs at one of her recent engagements.

Kate attended the Chelsea Flower Show 2023 at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London on May 22. young nature lovers. And apparently one of the kids was hoping to get his autograph.

However, Kate reportedly noted that she couldn’t accommodate the request. “I can’t write my name,” she replied before offering another option, for People“but I can draw.”

And it looks like she’s offered a few sketches, with the outlet reporting that she drew a flower for one child and a pond surrounded by plants for another.

When asked why she couldn’t sign an autograph, Kate shared, according to the magazine, “My name is Catherine. I’m not allowed to write my signature, it’s only one of these rules.