Of all of the random polling done in the UK, this is probably one of the better questions to ask British people: who would you like to have dinner with? Who is your dream dinner guest/companion? I love this game. If we’re just naming random British couples, my top choice would probably be Emma Thompson and Greg Wise. Idris Elba and his wife Sabrina would be great dinner companions. Or maybe Andy Murray and his wife Kim Sears. I feel like all of those people probably enjoy good food and good conversation. You know who I would NOT choose? Any of the left-behind royals. King Charles is famously persnickety about food. Camilla is a boozehound. Anne probably grazes all day and never sits for a meal. Zara and Mike Tindall seem like a–holes. But the worst dinner companions would probably be the Prince and Princess of Wales, correct? Well, not according to Tatler’s new poll, which places William and Kate at the top position of “dream dinner guests.”
The Prince and Princess of Wales have been crowned by Tatler as the “most socially significant people” in the country. The royal couple were named number one in the magazine’s annual Social Power Index of 100 Britons, ahead of Sir David Attenborough and the Beckhams.
The society bible described the Prince and Princess as “dream dinner guests”, adding there was “much to admire about the royal couple”.
“Top billing goes to the Prince and Princess of Wales, future rulers of this sceptred isle – and dream dinner guests,” it said.
The magazine praised the Princess, 43, for the “grace and grit displayed” after her cancer diagnosis in March last year. It also hailed the couple’s “passions”, listing amongst them nature, tennis and William’s outspoken admiration for Aston Villa, his favourite football team.
“They will have a kingdom to run in due course, which makes them the No 1 couple to have at your table,” the magazine added.
British and Irish Lions captain Maro Itoje and his model and artist wife Mimi came second, with Itoje praised for his rugby achievements, his poetry writing, passion for art, and for appearing on a previous Tatler cover.
Elsewhere, former England men’s football captain Sir David Beckham and his fashion designer wife Lady Victoria Beckham were named in fifth place.
No, but really – I’m seriously asking: why in the world would anyone think that Will and Kate would be good dinner guests? William is violent, mean and arrogant. Kate gets white-knuckled-stressed if you show her (or her baby brains) any sympathy. Neither of them seem like they enjoy good food or good conversation. Neither of them is well-read or interesting. It feels like having dinner with them would be stressful AF. (That being said, I would enjoy dining with the Beckhams – Victoria wouldn’t eat anything but a fruit plate but David would be entertaining.)
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- Mull, Scotland, 29 April 2025: The Prince and Princess of Wales, known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay when in Scotland, with the croft owner Jeanette Lynn and her husband Jack Shaw cooking charred haggis dumplings with whisk yduring their visit to a local croft on the west coast of Mull to learn about sustainable production and the hospitality industry on the islands.,Image: 993589518, License: Rights-managed, Restrictions: *** NO UK USE FOR 48 HRS ***, Model Release: no, Credit line: Robert Perry/Daily Mail Scotland/Avalon
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- Mull, Scotland, 29 April 2025: The Prince and Princess of Wales, known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay when in Scotland, during their visit to a local croft on the west coast of Mull to learn about sustainable production and the hospitality industry on the islands.,Image: 993589615, License: Rights-managed, Restrictions: *** NO UK USE FOR 48 HRS ***, Model Release: no, Credit line: Robert Perry/Daily Mail Scotland/Avalon
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- Mull, Scotland, 30 April 2025: The Prince and Princess of Wales visiting Mull, Scotland the couple visited the Ardura Community Forest. On the second day of their visit to the Scottish Isles, The Duke and Duchess will meet the Countryside Rangers from the Mull and Iona Ranger Service at the Ardura Community Forest to highlight the importance of protecting and championing the natural environment. The Mull and Iona Ranger Service plays a vital role in conservation, biodiversity protection, visitor management and education on the islands. Countryside Rangers lead guided events for visitors and the resident community – regularly partnering with local primary schools to ensure that every child on the islands has the opportunity to experience the beautiful natural environment around them.,Image: 993841786, License: Rights-managed, Restrictions: *** NO UK USE FOR 48 HRS ***, Model Release: no, Credit line: Ian Vogler/Avalon
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The Prince and Princess of Wales attend a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey in London on the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Picture date: Thursday May 8, 2025.
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- Prince William, Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, attend a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey on the 80th anniversary of VE Day, London, UK, 08 May2025.,Image: 996583221, License: Rights-managed, Restrictions: NO UK USE FOR 48 HOURS- Fee Payable Upon reproduction – For queries contact Avalon sales@Avalon.red London +44 20 7421 6000 Los Angeles +1 310 822 0419 Berlin +49 30 76 212 251 Madrid +34 91 533 42 89, *** NO UK USE FOR 48 HRS ***, Model Release: no, Credit line: JULIAN SIMMONDS/Avalon
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- LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 08: Catherine, Princess of Wales attends a concert to mark the 80th Anniversary of VE Day at Horse Guards Parade on May 08, 2025 in London, England. The King and Queen, joined by Members of the Royal Family, will take part in events from May 5th to May 8th to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, which signalled the end of the Second World War in Europe.,Image: 996694983, License: Rights-managed, Restrictions: *** NO UK USE FOR 48 HRS ***, Model Release: no, Credit line: Chris Jackson/Avalon
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Ascot, UNITED KINGDOM – Members Of The Royal Family attend day two of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse in Ascot, England.
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Royals meet injured players who are supported by the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust as they attend the Wales v England Six Nations match at Pincipality Stadium
Featuring: Prince William, Catherine, Princess of Wales
Where: Cardiff, United Kingdom
When: 15 Mar 2025
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Royals meet injured players who are supported by the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust as they attend the Wales v England Six Nations match at Pincipality Stadium
Featuring: Prince William, Catherine, Princess of Wales
Where: Cardiff, United Kingdom
When: 15 Mar 2025
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The Prince and Princess of Wales visit Tobermory on the Isle of Mull on their wedding anniversary
Featuring: William, Prince of Wales, Catherine, Princess of Wales
Where: Tobermory, United Kingdom
When: 29 Apr 2025
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The Prince and Princess of Wales visit Tobermory on the Isle of Mull on their wedding anniversary
Featuring: William, Prince of Wales, Catherine, Princess of Wales
Where: Tobermory, United Kingdom
When: 29 Apr 2025
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