Overview

• Prince William marked St. David's Day with his first-ever public speech delivered entirely in Welsh, shared via a social media video.
• The message celebrated Wales' history, culture, language, and landscapes, wishing a 'Happy St. David's Day' to people in Wales and worldwide.
• William has been learning conversational Welsh, reportedly using tools like the Duolingo app, though he is not taking formal lessons.
• Ahead of the holiday, William and Princess Kate visited Pontypridd, meeting locals, addressing storm recovery efforts, and baking Welsh cakes with market vendors.
• The couple, who lived in Wales early in their marriage, continue to strengthen their connection to the region as part of their roles as Prince and Princess of Wales.