The King Charles III addressed the U.K. for the first time in a pre-recorded address to the nation. In the instantly historic 9-minute speech he paid tribute to his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and said he would step back from his sometimes controversial charitable activities.

He also confirmed that Prince William would accede to the king’s former role as heir apparent, taking on the titles of Duke of Cornwall and Prince of Wales. William’s wife Catherine therefore becomes the new Princess of Wales, the first woman to hold the title since Diana.

In his speech Charles also re-affirmed his love for Harry and Meghan, putting to rest rumors of a rift between the father and son.