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Prince William issues statement after death of Army TikTok star
Prince William mourned Corporal Lucy Wilde, a 25-year-old medic and TikTok creator with 18,000 followers, whose death at Warminster barracks is under Ministry of Defence investigation.
- On February 22, the Prince of Wales posted `It was with immense sadness that I learned of Cpl Lucy Wilde's death,` expressing his sorrow publicly.
- At Warminster barracks on February 5, the body of Corporal Lucy Wilde was found; she was serving with the Royal Yorkshire Regiment earlier this month.
- She joined the Army in March 2018 and completed training at Army Training Centre Pirbright and DMS Whittington, later earning commendation for courage at a Falklands mass-casualty incident.
- The Ministry of Defence said the circumstances are under investigation, and regiments paid tribute, saying her loss is felt 'across the Battalion and far beyond,' while Josh Wilde called her 'strength wrapped in softness.'
- With more than 18,000 followers, Wilde documented her service and William recalled meeting her in March 2024, ending his note with `Colonel William`.
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