Prince William and Kate Middleton met while they were studying at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland in 2001. They both lived in the same residence hall and were friends before they started dating in 2003. They both studied Art History and hit it off quickly due to their shared interests. Their relationship became publicized in 2004 when they were spotted skiing in the Swiss Alps but they faced several breakups and reconciliations throughout their time together. Despite these difficulties, they eventually got engaged in 2010 and married in a grand ceremony the following year.