09 June 2023 , 15:04
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The royals might be among the most famous faces in the world - but glimpses behind palace walls are few and far between.
This means we don't always know what they get up to when relaxing in their own homes - or any hidden talents they may be hiding.
However, little-known skills possessed by the likes of King Charles, the Princess of Wales and Meghan Markle have been let slip.
And here we reveal some of their most surprising talents they don't let on about...
King Charles
His busy life as King may not leave him with an awful lot of time for his hobbies.
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Charles helps put the finishing touches to a painting in Australia (Getty Images)But one that he appears to have picked up from his late father Prince Philip - and one he seems to be rather good at is painting.
Charles is known to relax by painting watercolours and has even sold several of his paintings, some of which have been on display at his Norfolk estate of Sandringham.
Kate Middleton
She may be known as the sporty princess, but it seems like her father-in-law, Kate has a good eye for art - specifically drawing.
Kate is known to be accomplished at drawing (Getty Images)For the wedding of her sister, Pippa Middleton, in 2017, she drew St Mark's Church (where the ceremony was held) for the front cover of the order of service.
James Matthews, Pippa's husband and Kate's brother-in-law praised the drawing in his wedding speech, saying: "To Pippa's sister Kate, such ability – a beautiful drawing of St Mark's church in the order of service."
Prince William
William's hidden skill certainly comes in handy when on a beach holiday - that's because he can scuba dive.
He learned to dive as a boy and has had the opportunity to explore some of the world's most stunning stretches of ocean on regular holidays in Mustique, the Maldives and Seychelles - and even on tour in Belize with Kate.
William explores the sea bed while diving in Belize (dukeandduchessofcambridge/Instagram)In a speech to the British Sub-Aqua Club, of which he is president, William said: "I have been fortunate enough to have dived in some stunning locations around the world.
"Scuba diving really has opened my eyes not only to many extraordinary sights but also to the responsibilities that we have as guardians of the underwater world."
Meghan Markle
Before joining the Royal Family, Meghan Markle was an actress who got her big break appearing on hit legal drama Suits.
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Meghan used to run calligraphy lessons (Getty Images)But to earn a little extra cash when she was still a jobbing actress, Meghan put her beautiful calligraphy skills to work.
After learning the skill at school, Meghan taught calligraphy classes at a stationery store in Beverly Hills - and even landed the gig of writing wedding invitations for singer Robin Thicke and his former wife Paula Patton.
Duchess of Edinburgh
The Princess of Wales is known for the being the Royal Family's resident photographer.
But one other family member who might give her a run for her money behind the camera is Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh.
Several photos taken by her have been released, including a beautiful shot of the late Queen and Prince Philip relaxing during a walk on the Coyles of Muick in the Scottish Highlands.
Lady Gabriella Windsor
Lady Gabriella Windsor with her parents Prince and Princess Michael of Kent (Getty Images Europe)Meanwhile, one royal who has certainly put her hidden talent to good use is Lady Gabriella Windsor.
The daughter of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent has a beautiful singing voice and has even released several of her own tracks for charity.
She releases her music under the name Ella Windsor and she once told Hello!: "I've always loved music, but never imagined I would become involved with it like this – releasing my own songs."