On September 17, 2025, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were formally welcomed at Windsor Castle by Prince William and Princess Kate during Trump’s historic second state visit to the U.K.During the ceremonial greeting, professional lip reader Jeremy Freeman claimed Trump leaned toward Princess Kate and said, “You’re so beautiful, so.” The brief exchange, captured on video without audio, quickly went viral online.
Some viewers saw it as a harmless compliment, while others felt it was inappropriate for such a formal royal setting. Social media reactions were sharply divided, with some criticizing the remark and others defending it as innocent. This is not the first time Trump has made candid comments about the royals, as he previously praised Prince William’s appearance during an event in Paris in 2024.
The visit also drew attention for Melania Trump’s dramatic floor-length Burberry trench coat, which sparked a wave of online discussion. Opinions ranged from praise for its high-fashion British style to jokes about its length and timing, given the warm weather.
Beyond the headlines, Trump emphasized the diplomatic importance of the trip, noting it was an unprecedented honor to be invited twice for a state visit. The day concluded with a royal carriage procession and a warm meeting with King Charles III and Queen Camilla, cementing the historic nature of the event.