"Arrest of King Charles's brother, Andrew, has shaken monarchy to the core"
"As a young reporter working in England, I was often struck by the reverence and affection shown by British people to their royal family. They would brave the elements for hours to catch a glimpse of popular members."
"Afterwards, those who had waited were starstruck, especially if they had shared a handshake or a few words. One woman made headlines for revealing Queen Elizabeth said "Sorry, pet" when she accidentally trod on her toe."
Public reverence and affection for the British royal family has long been strong, with people enduring poor weather and long waits to glimpse popular members. Personal encounters such as handshakes and brief exchanges often leave attendees starstruck and create lasting fond memories. A notable anecdote recounts Queen Elizabeth saying "Sorry, pet" after accidentally treading on a woman’s toe, illustrating the close, informal moments that endeared the monarchy to the public. The arrest of King Charles’s brother, Andrew, has unsettled that foundation of esteem, increasing public scrutiny and undermining confidence in the institution.
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