Prince William offered a rare and heartwarming look into his family life during a recent garden party at Buckingham Palace, revealing that Jellycat plush toys have become the “children’s currency” among his three children with Princess Catherine.
The Prince of Wales made the charming remark while meeting 9-year-old Mateo Robayna, who presented the royal couple with two thoughtfully chosen Jellycat toys in memory of his late sister, cancer advocate Liz Hatton.
Clearly moved by the sentimental gesture, William accepted a limited-edition ‘Pickled Onion’ Jellycat from Mateo and said, “My children will love these. They are children’s currency,” emphasizing just how beloved the soft toys are in the royal household.
Princess Catherine, who was gifted a ‘Tarte au citron’ plush, smiled warmly and remarked, “It matches my dress, how did you know?” She continued with affection, “We talked about it. When I see the fish and chips Jellycat, I think of her,” paying tribute to Liz’s memory through the shared story.
Mateo’s mother, Vicky, shared that the Jellycat toys were carefully chosen to reflect Liz’s personality and favorite things, making the moment deeply personal and touching. Both William and Catherine took time to ensure Mateo was certain about parting with the cherished plush toys, a gesture that spoke to their genuine compassion.
The sweet exchange not only brought smiles to the garden party attendees but also offered a glimpse into the lives of Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis — who, like many children around the world, adore their cuddly Jellycat companions.
