Kate Middleton and Prince William captured hearts once again during Trooping the Colour 2025, as a tender moment between the royal couple reminded fans of the deep bond shared by the late Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.
On June 14, the Prince and Princess of Wales joined the rest of the royal family for King Charles III’s official birthday parade in London. Attending with their children — Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7 — the couple played key roles in the ceremonial celebration.
As Prince William, 42, rode horseback in full military regalia as Colonel-in-Chief of the Welsh Guards, cameras caught Princess Kate, 43, stealing a sweet glance at her husband from the dais, where she stood alongside King Charlesand Queen Camilla. Kate, wearing an elegant aqua blue outfit as Colonel of the Irish Guards, watched proudly as William passed by — a moment many royal fans called “genuinely affectionate” and “deeply symbolic.”
One viral fan post even compared the scene to a nostalgic image of Queen Elizabeth gazing adoringly at Prince Philipduring Trooping the Colour 2009. Both women wore similar aqua ensembles, and both men donned traditional scarlet tunics and bearskin hats — reinforcing the timeless nature of their partnerships.
Royal watchers noted the striking resemblance and drew parallels between Kate and Queen Elizabeth, especially in their quiet strength and devotion. Prince William and Kate have long been described as a united front, mirroring the supportive relationship that defined the late Queen and Prince Philip’s 73-year marriage.
After the grand equestrian procession, the Wales family reunited on the Buckingham Palace balcony, joining other senior royals for the RAF flypast and waving to gathered crowds. The event marked King Charles’ third Trooping the Colour as monarch and a celebration of royal tradition and unity.
According to royal experts, Princess Kate’s supportive presence reflects her admiration for how Prince Philip stood beside Queen Elizabeth during her reign. As royal author Sarah Gristwood put it, “Theirs is a modern royal marriage, but also deeply traditional. Kate stands beside William as a steadfast partner — never overshadowing, always strengthening.”
Royal biographer Penny Junor echoed the sentiment, saying, “Kate is like Prince Philip in that she knows how to support a monarch without outshining them. She’s quietly influential and never seeks the spotlight — but she commands attention in her own right.”
As the world watches the next generation of royals step into their roles, moments like these at Trooping the Colour highlight the love, loyalty, and legacy that continue to shape the modern monarchy.
