3 months ago 11th Aug 14:00
Britain's Prince William wants to get a tattoo.
The prince - who is currently involved in a series of military secondments to prepare him for his future role as Head of the Armed Forces - is keen to get a large inking on his back like soccer star David Beckham, but is worried his girlfriend Kate Middleton will think it is "chavvy".
William made the admission to sailors aboard HMS Iron Duke, the ship he was seconded to for five weeks while working with the Royal Navy.
One of them told Britain's The Sun newspaper: "Lots of the guys onboard sport tattoos.
Lots of the guys onboard sport tattoos.
"It was obvious William was fascinated. He asked how painful it was and wanted to know what they thought of his idea for a tattoo across his shoulders.
"We didn't think he was serious - but he said he was keen to get a large tattoo like the one David Beckham has.
"He said the only thing stopping him was his girlfriend. He was worried she would think it was a bit too chavvy."
Your Comments:
by LR - 22:30:17 24th Aug 2008
Not that Prince William will read this but considering the position he will hold, and the respect that should be shown to that position, seems to be a... READ MORE
by JD - 14:23:52 12th Aug 2008
William if you want a tattoo go and get one. It's your decision at the end of the day.