The Palace Posted 5 New Prince William Pics on Instagram—But I Noticed Something Strange About Every Comment

As a royal reporter, I'm constantly paying attention to the social media pages of Buckingham Palace (where King Charles and Queen Camilla often share news) and Kensington Palace (where Prince William and Princess Catherine post their updates). And one thing that always catches my eye for better or worse? The comments section.

Royal fans will fill the comments section of any royal IG post faster than you can say, "Keep calm and carry on." For the most part, this includes words of support. But there will also be those who inevitably use the comments to compare royals (Harry and Will, Diana and Camilla, Meghan and Kate...). And then, obviously, there are always the haters (you do you, but...maybe find a different hobby?).

But I honestly cannot remember a time like this where every single comment is aligned—and about the same strange specific thing. Yesterday, Kensington Palace shared an Instagram post featuring five new photos of Prince William, 42, alongside two new videos.

Striking images? For sure. But those comments, y'all. Don't believe me? I'll let these actual comments speak for themselves:

"With all due respect Your Highness the prince of Wales you are just taking our breath away with this beard. pls keep it."

"William needs to keep the beard! Very dashing!"

"This beard definitely suits you and you looked extra handsome today."

"Checking the comments to make sure I'm not the only one liking the beard!"

"This beard is honestly his best look. Lucky Catherine."

"He looks so great and handsome with the beard."

"The beard is bearding."

...Get the idea?