: Many observers felt the outburst was a relatable sign of human grief and exhaustion. At 73 years old, Charles had been under immense public pressure and personal mourning for several days without rest.
: Clearly exhausted and frustrated, he stood up and said, "Oh god, I hate this," before adding, "I can’t bear this bloody thing! [It's] what they do every stinking time." : Many observers felt the outburst was a
: The clip inspired countless memes and even led to members of the public handing the King "emergency" pens during subsequent walkabouts to ensure he wouldn't face the same issue again. Historical Context [It's] what they do every stinking time
: Queen Camilla remained calm, took the pen from him, and finished the signing herself while the King wiped ink from his fingers. Public and Media Reception Moments later, the pen he was using leaked
: While signing the book at Hillsborough Castle, Charles realized he had written the wrong date. Moments later, the pen he was using leaked.
The "pen incident" became a viral moment, sparking a mix of reactions: