Putting aside the controversy the royal couple is currently mixed up in after unauthorized photos of the Duchess of Cambridge were published, Kate Middleton and Prince William were recently voted the most inspiring couple of 2013. 

The couple married in 2011 in a televised ceremony in England views by millions around the world. In a recent poll they came out as No. 1 in terms of being the most inspiring, according to Entertainmentwise. They topped other royals for the coveted spot such as Prince William's parents, Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall, and the Queen and Prince Phillip - who have been married for 66 years and ranked on the list No. 3.

The poll was taken by over 2,000 Britain natives by Travelodge, according to the news report, and representative Shakila Ahmed said, "It's the first time we have seen three generations of royal couples make the top ten listing of most inspiring romantic couples. 

"This year's listing reveals that Britons are looking up to established couples in a solid relationship as role modes, for inspiration to enhance their romantic relationship."

Here are the top 10:

1. Prince William & The Duchess of Cambridge

2. David & Victoria Beckham

3. The Queen & HRH Prince Philip

4. Jay-Z & Beyonce         

5. Romeo and Juliet

6. Barrack & Michelle Obama

7. Brad & Angelina

8. Edward & Bella from 'Twilight'

9. Prince Charles & The Duchess of Cornwall

10. Steven & Alex Gerrard   

The Italian magazine Chi on Wednesday released its latest issue featuring photos of Middleton in a bikini showing off her baby bump. The pictures were taken while she was on the Caribbean island of Mustique, having a vacation with her husband. The royal family was devastated that the personal photos of Middleton were taken and a royal spokesperson said the pictures were "a clear breach of the couple's right to privacy."

"We are disappointed that photographs of the duke and duchess on a private holiday look likely to be published overseas. This is a clear breach of the couple's right to privacy," a spokesperson for St James's Palace added.

Since then the scandelous photos were aired on television and the U.S. publication Star printed the photos on its own issue, out on newsstands Wednesday.

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