Princess Charlotte looks much more grown-up as she is seen in the latest photo taken by Princess Katherine last weekend to celebrate her 9th birthday today, May 2nd. Kensington Palace has delighted royal enthusiasts worldwide by unveiling a breathtaking new portrait of Princess Charlotte to commemorate her ninth birthday. The portrait, taken by mum Princess Catherine at Windsor in the last few days, shows the youngster smiling at the camera and casually posing outside next to a Cletus plant with pink petals.
The young princess exudes grace and charm, captivating viewers with her radiant smile, sporting a burgundy cardigan over a floral shirt, a navy knit, and a denim skirt. Charlotte wears her long locks loose over her shoulders. The caption reads, “Happy 9th Birthday, Princess Charlotte. Thank you for all of the kind messages today.” The Princess of Wales. This latest portrait not only celebrates Princess Charlotte’s milestone birthday but also offers a glimpse into her growing personality and undeniable charisma captured against a backdrop of Kensington Palace. The photograph serves as a testament to the enduring tradition of royal portraiture while also reflecting the modernity and relatability of the younger generation of the royal family.
The release of the portrait has sparked a wave of admiration and well-wishes from around the world as royal admirers extend their heartfelt congratulations to Princess Charlotte on her special day. Royal fans were quick to comment that the youngster looks all grown up in the new picture. The last time Charlotte was pictured in public was on Christmas Day last year when she joined her family and other royals for a festive church service on the Sandringham estate. The image was released a week after another special occasion for the family, Prince Louie’s 6th birthday. Kensington Palace typically releases portraits of the Wales children early in the morning to mark their birthdays.
However, in a break with tradition, the pair shared a snap of Prince Louie last Tuesday afternoon rather than at midnight on his birthday, as is customary with new royal portraits. The Prince and Princess of Wales’s children’s birthday comes during an unprecedented time for the Wales family, with Catherine appealing for time, space, and privacy as she continues her treatment following her cancer diagnosis on March 22nd. The princess announced her diagnosis in a moving video message, saying to the camera, “It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment, but most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte, and Lewis in a way that is appropriate for them and to reassure them that I am going to be okay.”
Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana entered the world on May 2nd, 2015, at 8:34 a.m. at the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London, weighing 8 lbs and 3 oz. At the age of two, Charlotte marked a historic moment by becoming the first female royal to benefit from the Succession to the Crown Act. This act ensured that girls would maintain their place in the line of succession regardless of any future younger brothers. This meant that even after the arrival of her little brother Prince Louie in April 2018, Charlotte retained her position.
Charlotte embarked on her educational journey at Wilcox Nursery School in Kensington in January, coinciding with her family’s move to London. Later on, she joined her older brother George at Thomas’s Battersea School in September 2022. George, Charlotte, and Lewis were enrolled at Lambro School in Berkshire. This decision came after William and Katherine relocated to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor. As she continues to blossom into a remarkable young lady, the world eagerly anticipates witnessing her journey and contributions to the royal family. Indeed, this latest portrait serves as a timeless keepsake, preserving a moment of joy and celebration in the life of Princess Charlotte as she embarks on another year filled with love, laughter, and royal duties.