Body language specialist explains Kate Middleton's 'intense glare'

Kate Middleton attended the annual St Patrick’s Day Parade in Aldershot on March 17, marking her first time as the Colonel in the Irish Guards.

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Another expert, Darren Stanton, says Kate wanted to assert her authority over William and others.

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Stanton notes that Kate wore a "superhero color" to make herself known as the new Colonel.

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The couple previously attended the parade together in 2019.

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The event was held without the usual large crowds due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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