Prince George looks incredibly grown up in a smart suit for new portrait taken by Kate to mark his 11th birthday
The young royal, who is the eldest child of the Prince and Princess of Wales, was born George Alexander Louis on July 22, 2013, in the the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, London.
In the new photo, which was shared on the Kensington Palace X and Instagram accounts, George’s hair is combed to one side and he’s looking sharp – just like his father – in a suit as he beams for the camera.
Royal fans have become used to seeing the future King dressed smartly in recent years as he prepares to sit on the throne one day. However, this photo shows the royal looking a little more relaxed in an open collar instead of a tie.
He is also wearing what appears to be a delicate handmade bracelet on his left wrist – which looks strikingly similar to jewellery sported by Princess Charlotte and King Charles in recent appearances.
Posting the snap on their social media accounts, the Waleses said: ‘Wishing Prince George a very happy 11th birthday today!’
They confirmed the snap had been taken by Kate some time this year.
The Princess of Wales has long been a keen photographer and is often the person behind the camera when her children’s birthday portraits are taken.
She is particularly adept at capturing her family in natural poses, letting their personalities shine through.
This year, as she has been undergoing cancer treatment, Kate’s commitment to capturing her family’s special moments has been a sign of encouragement to royal fans that her recovery is going well.
In April this year, as Prince Louis celebrated his sixth birthday, the Palace revealed his portrait had once again been taken by Kate – which came as much-needed good news for royal fans who had been concerned about the Princess’s condition since she revealed to the world she was undergoing chemotherapy.
After the royal mother-of-three revealed in March that she had begun the preventative treatment following the discovery of cancerous cells in an abdominal operation in January, many fans were worried for her wellbeing.
Later in the year, Kensington Palace revealed other photos Kate had taken for occasions including Father’s Day, when a photo was shared of the Wales family on the beach in Norfolk.
However, the snap was an encouraging sign that she was back behind the camera and in good spirits; able to continue doing the things she loves.
Responding to the new birthday portrait, royal fans gushed over the future King and his stately image – noting a strong resemblance to his father in particular.
One person said: ‘He’s the splitting (sic) image of his father, honestly. Happy Birthday George!’
Another added: ‘Prince George looks so much like his Dad.’
A third royal fan said: ‘He is so handsome but I can’t believe he is already 11.’
