PRINCE William downed a shot of whisky with Hollywood star Rob McElhenney just hours after the Palace gave an update on Kate’s recovery.
The heir, 41, beamed as he poured a pint at The Turf pub in Wrexham – which has become known for drawing in big names.
William laughed as he said: “Still got a horrible head on it, but there you go. This is why I don’t work behind the bar.”
The prince then knocked back the shot with McElhenney, who co-owns Wrexham AFC with Ryan Reynolds.
William was yesterday seen for the first time this week after visiting London’s Western Marble Arch Synagogue – before sharing a message from him and Kate.
Today he was all smiles as he chatted to locals in the much-loved Welsh pub.
Hollywood star Reynolds often frequents the boozer, and Will Ferrell has enjoyed a pint in there, too.
A-lister Paul Rudd was also snapped sipping drinks with locals last year.
William headed into the pub, which sits next to Wrexham AFC, to hear about the successes in the local community.
He listened to how the club and pub have had an impact on the area.
The prince then posed with fans on the street, and was snapped chatting to a little girl who handed him a daffodil.
He was also passed a personalised Wrexham shirt with his name on it.
William then headed to nearby All Saints School to join St David’s Day celebrations and chat about Welsh history and culture.
He complimented Esme Dale, four, who was dressed as a daffodil to celebrate the day, before sweetly patting her on the head.
Wills then posed with the cute youngsters, who all donned the yellow flower.
The prince also visited the memorial of the Gresford Mining Disaster, recognising those who lost their lives 90 years ago.
The future King’s visit comes just hours after the Palace gave an update on Princess Kate’s health.
Crazed speculation was sparked this week about the mum-of-three’s progress after her planned abdominal surgery in January.
Prince William was forced to pull out of an engagement on Tuesday just 30 minutes before – leaving the public fearing for Kate’s health.
Today was William’s second appearance since the Palace said he would return to public work after he pulled out of the thanksgiving service.
The palace initially refused to elaborate on the reason for his no-show but cited a “personal matter” and urged people not to “panic”.
But it led to the palace having to dismiss “wild conspiracy theories” that spiralled out of control and reiterate they were clear Kate would be “out until after Easter“.
A royal spokesperson has since laid out the Princess of Wales’ timeline for her return in a bid to stop crazy theories.
The royal spokesperson said: “Kensington Palace made it clear in January the timelines of the Princess’ recovery and we’d only be providing significant updates.
“That guidance stands.”
Timeline of Royal health woes
HERE is a date-by-date rundown of the health worries to have struck the royals this year
JANUARY 16: Kate is admitted to the London Clinic for abdominal surgery.
JAN 17: It is announced that the King is to have treatment for a benign enlarged prostate.
JAN 18: William spends time at Kate’s bedside.
JAN 19: The King flies back from Scotland with the Queen.
JAN 21: It is announced Sarah, Duchess of York, has malignant melanoma, a skin cancer.
JAN 23: Kate’s hospital stay passes one week. JAN 26: The King is admitted to the London Clinic for treatment.
JAN 29: The King is discharged from hospital. Kate leaves the same day.
JAN 31: Queen Camilla announces that the King is “getting on, doing his best”.
FEBRUARY 5: Buckingham Palace announces the King has cancer, but not of the prostate, and will not carry out public-facing duties.
They did, however, add that Kate continues to do “well”.
The public were pleased to today see Wills smiling at the Wales pub – which has been making headlines for months.
Reynolds, who bought the National League football club back in 2020, last year put £2,000 behind the bar at The Turf.
Following the victory, one fan told the Sunday Mirror: “Ryan wanted the celebration to be one to remember.
“It was a lovely gesture.”
Landlord Wayne Jones said Ryan is even letting him use his £4.3m home in New York for a holiday.
Wayne said: “He has really embraced the Wrexham community.”
