The Truth About The First Time Prince William Saw Kate Middleton

While Prince William and Kate Middleton's life can look like a real-life fairytale, it has its ups and downs, just like every other relationship.

The two met as adults in 2001, and they were dating some time before it was confirmed by the media and the public. In 2004, though, they broke up, followed by another split in 2007. That one involved William calling Middleton at work and breaking up with her over the phone, and during both splits, he was spotted with other women.

Since then, both of these royals have spoken out on the topic. "At the time, I wasn't very happy about it, but it actually made me a stronger person," Middleton said, as reported by The Telegraph. "You find out things about yourself that maybe you hadn't realized. I think you can get quite consumed by a relationship when you are younger, and I really valued that time for me, as well, although I didn't think it at the time."

When talking with ITV News, Prince William said, "It was very much trying to find our own way, and we were growing up, so it was just a bit of space, and it worked out for the better."

Plus, a source said that, Middleton "was in touch with William the whole time," as if they knew they would find their way back to one another (via Vanity Fair).