As the Royal Family prepares for this year’s Trooping the Colour, a historic and much-loved celebration marking the King’s official birthday, fans are recalling memorable moments from past events—both grand and amusing. One such unforgettable incident happened in 2016, when the late Queen Elizabeth II playfully but firmly corrected her grandson, Prince William, during the famous balcony flypast.
The scene unfolded on the Buckingham Palace balcony, where the Queen stood alongside her family watching the spectacular military parade and aerial display. Princess Charlotte, just over a year old, was held by her mother, Kate Middleton, while young Prince George, aged three at the time, was in Prince William’s care.
As the flypast began, an eager Prince George asked questions about the planes. In his effort to engage his son, William crouched down to explain what was happening, inadvertently blocking the view of the crowd below. The Queen quickly noticed and gently admonished him, reportedly saying, “Stand up, William. Don’t crouch.”
Prince William immediately stood up, his expression a mix of mild embarrassment and amusement at his grandmother’s prompt reminder. The brief exchange captured the public’s heart, showing a charming and relatable side of the royal family during a formal event.
Trooping the Colour remains one of the most iconic royal ceremonies, blending tradition, patriotism, and family moments like these that remind everyone of the humanity behind the crowns.
