The Duke of Sussex candidly revealed the amusing challenges he faced during the early days of dating the Duchess, shedding light on their cultural differences.
Their love story began when they were introduced on Instagram, leading to a blind date at London’s Soho House, a setting fit for royalty.
During a lighthearted exchange on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert earlier this year, the Duke humorously addressed the hurdles posed by the transatlantic barrier between him and Meghan.
Stephen Colbert was left puzzled when the Duke described his favorite sandwich as a “cheese and ham toast tie topped with Dijon mustard,” prompting an explanation that a “toast tie” referred to a grilled sandwich or panini press in American English.
Delving further into the linguistic disparities, the Duke shared how differences between British and American English caused some comical misunderstandings in their relationship.
He admitted, “I have to be so careful with these questions as the Americanisms to Britishisms is very different.”
The couple found themselves in amusing predicaments due to terms like “fanny,” which holds distinct meanings on either side of the Atlantic.
Amidst laughter from the audience, the Duke playfully navigated through other language discrepancies, such as “horseback ridding” versus “horse riding” and “sidewalk” versus “pavement.”
His animated gestures mimicking a confused attempt to grasp a horse’s belly added a touch of levity to the conversation, evoking a light-hearted moment.
In a surprising revelation, the Duke confessed to owning a pair of ripped boxer shorts that he should probably discard, showcasing his down-to-earth demeanor.
He also disclosed his fondness for the film “Gladiator” as his favorite action-packed movie, offering a glimpse into his personal preferences beyond royal duties.
When quizzed about his seating preference on flights, the Duke humorously responded with “cockpit,” showcasing his playful nature.
Expressing a whimsical desire, he mused about being reborn as an elephant, adding a touch of fantasy to the conversation.
In a playful exchange, the Duke jokingly confirmed his aversion to snakes by glancing down at the floor, eliciting chuckles from the audience.