In a touching and surprising gesture, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, marked her son Prince George’s 10th birthday in an unexpected departure from a cherished family tradition she had initiated back in 2015.
On Saturday, July 22, the Princess of Wales and Prince William joined together to celebrate their son, Prince George, reaching the milestone age of 10. To commemorate the special occasion, the royal couple shared a heartwarming photograph of the young prince on their official social media handles, accompanied by warm and affectionate birthday wishes.
The delightful snapshot captures Prince George with a beaming smile, seated on the steps at the picturesque Windsor Castle. Adorned in a charmingly checked blue and white shirt, paired with teal jeans and boots, the future king looks every bit the epitome of youthful charm and regal poise.
However, what made this year’s birthday post distinct from previous years was the revelation made by Kate Middleton herself. In a candid disclosure, the Duchess shared that the captivating photograph of Prince George was taken by professional photographer Millie Pilkington, departing from the time-honored tradition of personally capturing her children’s portraits each year to share with the nation on their birthdays.
Since 2015, the Princess of Wales had established a cherished tradition of capturing and sharing candid portraits of her children, creating endearing moments etched in the hearts of the public. The practice began with the first official portraits of Princess Charlotte and continued throughout the years, becoming a much-anticipated annual event for royal enthusiasts.
This year, however, Kate Middleton chose to entrust the task to a talented professional, resulting in a heartwarming image that perfectly encapsulates the joy and spirit of Prince George’s 10th birthday celebration.
As the second in line to the British throne, Prince George’s birthdays hold significant meaning for the royal family and the world alike. The Prince and Princess of Wales’s thoughtful gesture of sharing the adorable photograph and their heartfelt message of well-wishes undoubtedly brought joy to admirers and well-wishers worldwide.
