Prince Charles and Prince William Are ‘Working Very Closely’ on Their Respective Paths to the Throne: They’ll ‘Guide Each Other’

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Their rightful roles! Prince Charles and Prince William plan to “guide each other” on their paths to the British throne, a source exclusively reveals in the latest issue of Us Weekly.“William is excited about this new chapter in his life and the challenges he’ll be facing,” the insider notes, adding that the 39-year-old Duke of Cambridge will “be taking on extra duties over the next decade” while preparing to be king.The prince is second in line for Queen Elizabeth II‘s throne following Charles, 73.

The father-son duo will be “working very closely” together as they each get ready for their future responsibilities. William and Charles have also made “the big decision [of] making and creating a slimmed down monarchy,” per the source.“The way William and Charles see it, less people means less drama,” the insider tells Us.While the Prince of Wales is confident that his eldest child “knows what he’s doing,” he’ll be there to help along the way. “[Charles] will ensure that his son is up to speed the ins and outs of the royal family on a deeper level and William will help Charles come up with new, fresh ideas about modernizing the monarchy,” the insider says, noting that both royals want “to be as fully prepared as possible” for the end of the 95-year-old queen’s reign.Prince Harry‘s brother “has high ambitions to be known as the People’s King,” the source adds. “[He’s] creating the perfect balance of being relatable to the public at the same as being a respected role model and decision-maker.”Charles’ mother is the longest-reigning monarch in British history.

Earlier this month, the queen celebrated her Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years in power — and made a big announcement about the future of the throne.“When, in the