Prince William breaks his silence
Prince William has insisted the Royal family are, "not a racist family."
It comes after Meghan Markle and Prince Harry revealed conversations were had within the family about the colour of their son's skin.
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The Prince was visiting a school in east London this week when he was approached by reporters.
He was asked whether he had spoken to his brother since the controversial interview aired.
The Duke of Cambridge responded, "No, I haven't spoken to him yet but I will do."
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A reporter asked, "And can you just let me know is the Royal family a racist family, sir?"
The Duke simply responded, "We are very much not a racist family."
Royal Editor Emily Nash shared a video of the exchange on Twitter.
NEW (SOUND ON): The Duke of Cambridge says he has not yet spoken to his brother and that “we are very much not a racist family” as he and the Duchess leave an East London school this morning: pic.twitter.com/gTGmUBH1Kg
— Emily Nash (@emynash) March 11, 2021
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This comes shortly after Buckingham Palace addressed the interview in a statement.
The statement reads, 'The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan.'
'The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning.'
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The statement goes on, 'While some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately.'
'Harry, Meghan and Archie will always be much loved family members.'
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Read some of the revelations made in the Oprah interview here.
