Grant Harrold, former royal butler, shares details of an intimate moment with Kate Middleton

Grant Harrold was a butler for the Royal Household for several years. Now, as he is about to publish a book about his life in the palace, he has previewed stories that he narrates in it. For example, he has revealed details of a very intimate moment involving Kate Middleton.

Specifically, it was one that the current Princess of Wales experienced alongside Prince William. The former employee was an exceptional witness to it. That moment marked a turning point in their relationship.

Grant Harrold reveals how the reconciliation between Kate Middleton and Prince William happened

Grant Harrold worked for now King Charles III between 2004 and 2011, years in which he witnessed pivotal moments for the family. His experience allowed him to be in direct contact with key members of the monarchy and to become a witness to private moments that he now chooses to share. In the book The Royal Butler, which will go on sale next September 23, he meticulously compiles these experiences.

One of the most striking episodes has to do with Kate Middleton and Prince William. The couple went through a crisis in 2007 that ended in a breakup, although they resumed their relationship months later.

Harrold, who knew both of their circles well, states that he closely witnessed that reconciliation process and even took part in a very special moment for them. According to People magazine, he was in charge of serving a romantic dinner at Highgrove House.

It was an intimate celebration for Valentine's Day, in which William wanted to show Kate that his commitment was real and that he wanted to start over. Grant has recalled that moment as something "very beautiful, quite special, honestly."

What is curious is that, despite the privacy of the moment, the couple kept a close relationship with him. The former butler has explained that "they interacted with me a lot the whole time." This shows the trust and naturalness that existed between them and with their immediate circle.

What changed for Kate Middleton after that Valentine's Day, according to Grant Harrold

For Grant Harrold, that meeting was decisive. Until then, he saw Kate Middleton and William as great friends who kept a certain distance in public. He has recalled, "They didn't hold hands, they were very good friends."

However, after the reconciliation and that dinner, everything changed. It did so in an obvious way.

The former butler has stated that he left convinced that they would end up getting married. The atmosphere of that evening was different, more intimate and closer, something that made him understand that the relationship had entered a new stage. Over time, his impression was confirmed: in 2011, the young couple celebrated their wedding at Westminster Abbey.

Harrold's testimony has been revealing because it shows how small private details foreshadowed what would years later become a public commitment. That transition from friendship to a consolidated love had a key moment at Highgrove House. Yes, with a dinner that was much more than a romantic gesture, it was the turning point that sealed the relationship.

The book that the former employee will publish won't focus solely on this anecdote. It will include memories of his time living with different members of the royal family, from Queen Camilla to Prince Harry. But without a doubt, the reference to Kate has been one of the most discussed, as it allows for a better understanding of her evolution in her early years within the institution.

The words of the former butler have sparked great interest because they come at a time when Kate's life is being scrutinized in detail. Her role as Princess of Wales, wife of the heir to the throne, and future queen consort attracts enormous media attention. Every detail known about her past helps build a more complete image of who she is and how she has come to occupy her position.