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Kate Middleton & Prince William Stun in Striking New Black-and-White Photo

Tom Cruise helped Kate Middleton down the stairs, drawing praise online while Prince William followed royal etiquette, according to the palace post.

  • At the London premiere of the film Digger on Tuesday, Tom Cruise assisted Princess Catherine down the stairs, prompting social media users to compare his gesture to Prince William's adherence to protocol.
  • Royal etiquette dictates that individuals should not initiate physical contact with royals unless the royal extends their hand first. Prince William followed these established traditions governing the monarchy's public behavior.
  • In a photo shared by the palace, Princess Catherine wore a plum floor-length dress with a V-neckline, while William wore a black velvet suit jacket and bow tie alongside David Beckham and Cruise.
  • Tonight's event supports the Film and TV Charity, which helps those in film and television industries through services that promote wellbeing and create supportive working environments.
  • These traditions remain a point of debate as William and Princess Catherine work to modernize the monarchy's image; some view protocols as outdated while others emphasize their symbolic stability.
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The Princess of Wales was the focus of the world premiere of Digger, the last film of the Hollywood star; meanwhile, in Rome, the former German model and entrepreneur surprised with a black lace dress

·Vicente López, Argentina
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TOM CRUISE has once again attracted attention with his behavior off the screen.

·Zagreb, Croatia
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Tom Cruise's greeting to Kate Middleton at Digger's premiere sparked debate about the actual protocol.

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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
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