Rose Hanbury, the Marchioness of Cholmondeley, became a subject of intense media scrutiny in 2019 due to rumors linking her to Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge. These rumors suggested a possible affair between Rose and Prince William, causing a media frenzy and widespread speculation, especially within British tabloids. However, there has been no official confirmation of these allegations, and both parties, as well as their close associates, have remained silent on the matter.
Rose Hanbury is a former model and political researcher who married David Cholmondeley, the 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley, in 2009. The couple resides in Houghton Hall, a historic estate in Norfolk, not far from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s Anmer Hall residence. Given their proximity and similar social circles, Rose and her family have been acquainted with the royal family for years.
The rumors of a rift between Kate Middleton and Rose Hanbury, which first surfaced in early 2019, led to speculations about tensions within their social group. British tabloids reported that Kate had distanced herself from Rose, fueling further gossip about what may have caused the alleged fallout. These rumors were never substantiated, and no credible sources confirmed the story. Despite this, the media attention around the speculation brought unwanted focus on Rose Hanbury and her family.
In response to the mounting rumors, there were reports that Prince William took legal action through his lawyers to stop the spread of the false allegations. The royal family generally does not comment on personal or tabloid rumors, and this instance was no different. However, the legal threat indicated that the Duke of Cambridge sought to protect his family’s privacy and prevent the circulation of unfounded stories.
Since the controversy erupted, Rose Hanbury has kept a low public profile, focusing on her responsibilities as Marchioness and her charitable work. The scandal, while widely discussed at the time, eventually faded from the media spotlight as neither party publicly addressed it. Today, Rose continues to lead her life largely out of the limelight, and any lingering speculation surrounding her and Prince William has not gained further traction in credible media outlets.
