Prince William’s Bald Spot — Why Hair Loss Is Still a Taboo Topic
In other words, it is the monarchy that makes the news. It’s unique photographs of the monarchy that makes the headlines and if there is just one tiny factor the editor can get manipulate to fill space on page 5 then you can bet your bottom dollar we will be hearing about it. Not only that, because it has to be newsworthy it will be blown out of all proportion. Finally, as readers, we tend to believe that if it is in the papers it must be interesting news or it wouldn’t be there – we do kind of collude with what they are doing and get the press we deserve.
Let’s be honest.
How often does thinning hair make headline news?
How many men openly discuss their receding hairline in public?
Exactly.
Yet when a high-profile figure like Prince William appears with visible hair loss, it suddenly becomes a global talking point.
Why Is Hair Loss Still So Sensitive?
Hair loss remains one of the most common yet least openly discussed male concerns. It’s often brushed off as harmless banter between friends:
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“It’s thinning a bit there, mate.”
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“Joining the bald club?”
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“It’s just genetics.”
While usually intended as humor, these comments can quietly affect confidence and self-image. For many men, hair loss feels deeply personal — not punchline material.
The Reality: Most Men Experience Hair Loss
Research consistently shows that male pattern baldness affects the majority of men at some stage of life.
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Around 30% of men experience noticeable hair loss by age 30
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Nearly 50% by age 50
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Up to 70% over a lifetime
So why does it still feel like a stigma?
Because hair is closely tied to:
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Youth
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Vitality
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Attractiveness
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Identity
When it begins to thin or recede, it can feel like something fundamental has changed — and not by choice.
The “Elephant in the Room” Effect
Hair loss often becomes the unspoken observation in social settings.
People notice.
An internal analysis happens.
Stereotypes may attach themselves.
But nothing is said.
The individual experiencing hair loss, however, notices everything — the quick glances, the subtle shifts, the jokes disguised as lighthearted comments. That silent awareness can erode confidence over time.
Why Visibility Matters
When public figures like Prince William embrace their natural hair loss without apology, it normalizes the experience.
It sends a clear message:
Hair loss is common.
It’s natural.
It doesn’t define masculinity or status.
And importantly — there are solutions available for those who want them.
Taking Control of Hair Loss
While some men choose to accept and own their bald look, others prefer to restore the appearance of a fuller hairline. Today, non-surgical solutions like Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) provide realistic, low-maintenance results without invasive procedures.
The key point?
Hair loss is common — but confidence is a choice.
The next time there is an article on Prince William’s balding pate no doubt we will be buying the same newspapers and even reading the articles. This I am sure says more about the control of the media and says very little about Prince William or hair loss. Even Prince Harry called Prince William’s baldness ‘Alarming’.
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