By Molly Claire Goddard
12:27pm PST, Mar 3, 2026
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In a heartfelt statement,
Prince William sent his condolences after army influencer and veteran Corporal
Lucy Wilde was found dead at her barracks in Warminster, Wiltshire, at 25. "It was with immense sadness that I learned of Cpl Lucy Wilde's death," he said in an
Instagram post.
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Prince William — who is also a veteran — recalled the time he spent with Corporal Lucy Wilde. "I remember our meeting during her time with the Welsh Guards, where her warmth and compassion were unmistakable," he said. "She served with courage and distinction as a medic and sought always to help others. I send my heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. Colonel William."
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Corporal Lucy Wilde's passing is currently under investigation by the Ministry of Defense. "She adored long walks with her dog, the peace of nature, books that transported her and the sense of freedom found outdoors," her brother
Josh Wilde said in a statement via
The Mirror. "She had a warmth and loyalty that was rare, a heart that gave even when she had been hurt." Besides being a military professional, she also boasted 18,000 followers on TikTok.
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Prince William served in the British Army for over seven years. The Prince of Wales was an army officer in the Household Cavalry and worked as a Royal Air Force [RAF] search-and-rescue helicopter pilot.
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Last year,
Prince William became the Patron of the legendary SAS [Special Air Service] Regimental Association to show royal support for undercover special forces troops. "It is with a deep sense of honor and respect that I accept your invitation to become patron of the Special Air Service Regimental Association," he said in the organization's
newsletter. "The SAS has long stood as a symbol of courage, resilience and unwavering dedication to duty and the service of this country. The association continues that camaraderie forged on the battlefield and provides essential support to its members and families."
