As Prince George, the future heir to the British throne, turns ten today, a delightful picture has been released to commemorate the special occasion. Captured by photographer Millie Pilkington, the image shows the young prince in a relaxed pose, sporting a beaming smile.
In the portrait, taken earlier this month at Windsor, Prince George is seated on a set of outdoor steps, exuding a sense of youthful charm. Dressed in a stylish checked shirt paired with teal trousers, the young royal showcases his growing personality and warmth.
Millie Pilkington, the talented photographer, has been the creative force behind several recent royal portraits. Notably, she photographed Prince Louis ahead of his fifth birthday in April and captured a touching moment of the Prince of Wales embracing his three children to mark Father’s Day in June.
In the lead-up to his milestone birthday, Prince George has had an eventful month, enjoying a series of exciting outings with his family. Last Sunday, he had the privilege of witnessing Carlos Alcaraz defeat Novak Djokovic to clinch the Wimbledon grand slam title. Seated beside his sister, Princess Charlotte, it marked her first visit to the prestigious tournament.
Prior to the thrilling Wimbledon final, Prince George also had an exciting day at an airshow with his younger siblings. They explored the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire, in the cockpit of a C-17 transport aircraft, playfully engaging with the switches.
Another memorable moment saw Prince George and his father, the Duke of Cambridge, bonding during a father-and-son outing to the cricket. They were spotted watching the second Ashes test match at Lord’s cricket ground in London, where George enjoyed a slice of pizza while Prince William conversed with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
Prince George Alexander Louis was born on July 22, 2013, at the private Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, London. His debut on the hospital steps, cradled in his mother’s arms and wrapped in a white Merino wool shawl, captivated the world’s media one day after his birth, weighing 8lb 6oz.
As he nears the age of ten, Prince George is steadily moving closer to potentially becoming the 43rd monarch since William the Conqueror. If he follows the reigns of his grandfather, the King, and then his father, Prince William, he will one day wear the crown as king.
On this joyous occasion, the portrait of Prince George serves as a heartwarming celebration of the young prince’s remarkable journey and the promise of a bright future ahead. The nation joins in extending their warmest wishes for a happy 10th birthday to the future king-in-waiting.
