Prince William Becomes First Member of the Royal Family to Pose for Gay Magazine Cover

The Duke of Cambridge covers the July issue of a gay, UK magazine, Attitude, after sitting down with members of the LGBT community at Kensington Palace back in May. This makes him the first member of the royal family to pose for a gay publication.

According to Attitude, William sat down with the group to "hear their experiences of homophobic, bi-phobic and transphobic bullying, and discuss the mental health implications it has."

Following the meeting, the Prince released a statement, part of which also appears on the cover.

"No one should be bullied for their sexuality or any other reason and no one should have to put up with the kind of hate that these young people have endured in their lives. The young gay, lesbian and transgender individuals I met through Attitude are truly brave to speak out and to give hope to people who are going through terrible bullying right now. Their sense of strength and optimism should give us all encouragement to stand up to bullying wherever we see it. What I would say to any young person reading this who's being bullied for their sexuality: don't put up with it – speak to a trusted adult, a friend, a teacher, Childline, Diana Award or some other service and get the help you need. You should be proud of the person you are and you have nothing to be ashamed of."

The magazine's editor, Matthew Todd, added, "During my time as editor of Attitude I have met parents whose child has taken or lost their life after being bullied for being LGBT+ or just perceived to be LGBT. I am very happy that the future King of the United Kingdom agrees this must stop and I would urge parents in particular to raise their voices in their communities to ensure that every school protects – really protects – all children."