Grant Harrold, King Charles’s former butler, recently opened up about a moment that took him by surprise when Charles ascended the throne. Having spent seven years working closely with the King at Highgrove House in Gloucestershire, Harrold witnessed firsthand the personal side of the monarch. Despite expecting the grandeur and responsibilities of kingship, what truly shocked him was the immense weight of tradition and the emotional gravity that came with the crown. This experience highlighted not only the ceremonial aspects of being a monarch but also the deep personal commitment and resilience required to fulfill such a role. Harrold’s reflections offer a rare glimpse into the private challenges behind the public duties of King Charles’s reign.