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James Middleton reveals how nervous he was to read at Princess Catherine’s wedding

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As a reader deeply moved by James Middleton’s heartfelt memoir, I find myself captivated not only by his personal growth but also by his courage to share such intimate moments from his life. One particularly poignant story that resonates with me is when he was asked to read at his sister Catherine’s wedding to Prince William.

In his recently published autobiography titled “Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life“, James Middleton delves into sharing the details of his personal journey, which includes revisiting significant milestones in his life, some of which played out under the limelight.

One specific instance that James Middleton is sharing insights on involves the time he was requested to perform a reading during his sister Catherine’s wedding to Prince William. Given that James struggles with dyslexia, reading can sometimes be difficult for him. Moreover, reading aloud at such a widely broadcasted event would undoubtedly add an extra layer of anxiety.

James Middleton talks about his nerves when asked to read at Princess Catherine’s wedding to Prince William

In his memoir, James Middleton recounts the period in question, describing not just his feelings of apprehension at being assigned the reading task, but also detailing the strategies he employed to overcome his dyslexia.

As reported by US Weekly, it appears that Middleton believed the couple was making a joke when they initially requested him to perform the reading.

A reading? I thought they were joking. My mind raced back to school and my stumbling, ­incoherent efforts to read in front of the class. What were they ­thinking?

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How did James Middleton manage to overcome his apprehension and give a reading that resulted in invitations for further appearances at other churches and institutions, seeking more readings? Determined not to disappoint his sister, he sought assistance.

It became evident that James needed some assistance, so he sought help from a voice coach named Anthony Gordon Lennox. Instead, he utilized a phonetic guide with instructions on proper word inflection, allowing him to master the reading more effectively.

Apart from having a voice coach and annotated script, he deliberately avoided eye contact with Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince William during his reading. He was concerned that he might become flustered, unable to complete the task without inadvertently chuckling nervously. And this is certainly a relatable concern.

As a gaming enthusiast, I can’t help but feel thrilled when we catch a peek into James Middleton’s earlier years, particularly during these more open and visible instances. It’s like unlocking a hidden level in the game of life!

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2024-09-15 06:32

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