Prince William and Princess Catherine of Wales shared a video Thursday on Instagram with a connection to one of their precious family memories — and their eldest child's upcoming birthday.
While George, 11, doesn't appear in the serene, butterfly-filled video — promoting the UK's Big Butterfly Count, a conservation effort that asks people to record how many they see to help determine environmental health — it's an understated nod to his July 22 birthday, and a throwback to when he turned 1.
Back in 2014, Will and Kate marked their first baby's first birthday by releasing photos from a family visit to a Sensational Butterflies exhibit at London's Natural History Museum.
The sweet series of pics shows a chubby-cheeked George fascinated by the flying insects — reaching for one that had landed on William's hand — and most notably, taking some of his first steps.
William and Kate with their son Prince George during a visit to the Sensational Butterflies exhibition at the Natural History Museum, London, in 2014. AP
Photos from the visit were posted on George's first birthday. Getty Images
The royal couple's recent video on social media was filled with butterflies, reminiscent of this photoshoot. Getty Images
George, who turns 12 Tuesday, has of course since become big brother to sister Charlotte, 10, and brother Louis, 7.
George with his siblings and parents. Getty Images
Prince George has gone viral for the "manager face" he sported at the Wimbledon finals on Sunday — and now an expert is revealing what the royal tween's "unusually mature" expression says about the future king.
Prince George fanning himself in the royal box during the men's final between Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Italy's Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon. REUTERS
“What we’re seeing here is a classic ‘evaluation glare’ — brows drawn together, lips neutral or slightly compressed, and a steady gaze," John Eastham, private investigator and body language analyst at Private Investigations UK, said.
"It’s a look adults use to project authority or control, often when assessing a situation they don’t like. For an 11-year-old to display that? It’s unusually mature.”
George's expressions as he watched the tennis tournament from the Royal Box quickly got the meme treatment.
One social media user compared the young prince compared to a “manager about to unleash a major tactical tweak in the 72nd minute of the FA Cup final,” with another joking that he was betting on Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, who lost to Italy's Jannik Sinner in the mens' singles match.
No one does the look of “manager about to unleash a major tactical tweak in the 72nd minute of the FA Cup final” quite like Prince George https://t.co/WZmzdmLuDo
Why does Prince George look like this is not what he wants, this is not what he planned, and he's just gotta say he does not understand? pic.twitter.com/loRu7040de
"Why does Prince George look like this is not what he wants, this is not what he planned, and he's just gotta say he does not understand?" another X user wrote, referencing lyrics sung by drama queen Sharpay Evans in the 2006 Disney movie "High School Musical."
The public's reaction offers a glimpse at what the future king will have to contend with as he grows up, the body language expert said.
"This moment is a glimpse of George navigating that tightrope between being a child and a future King,” John Eastham, a private investigator and body language analyst, says. REUTERS
William and George took a drink in the royal box at the same moment during the event. REUTERS
“The fact that this image has gone so viral shows how much scrutiny Gen‑Alpha public figures now face," Eastham said. "For young royals, growing up in this new era means their every move is memed before it's understood.”
"Royals are coached from a young age to manage emotion in public, and this moment is a glimpse of George navigating that tightrope between being a child and a future King,” he added.
The young royal, 11, made a surprise appearance at the famed sporting event in London with his sister, Charlotte, 10, and parents, Prince William and Princess Catherine of Wales.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, with her children, Prince George of Wales and Princess Charlotte of Wales, at the game. REUTERS
Prince Harry is ready to speak to his estranged father, King Charles, after approving a so-called peace summit between their aides, according to insiders.
Prince Harry is reportedly ready to speak to his estranged father, King Charles. AP
The Duke of Sussex’s press team was seen meeting up with the monarch’s communications secretary for a top-secret meeting in London last week.
And according to insiders, the “Spare” author was the one who gave his press reps, Meredith Maines and Liam Maguire, the go-ahead to meet with the cancer-stricken king’s secretary, Tobyn Andreae.
In celebration of Queen Camilla's 78th birthday Thursday, here's a selection of Her Majesty's photos through the years:
1952
A mini Camilla, born Camilla Rosemary Shand on July 17, 1947, can be seen as part of a wedding party carrying a basket of flowers.
Bridesmaids, sisters 4-year-old Camilla Shand, 4, and Annabelle Shand, 3, at the wedding of Jeremy Cubitt and Diana du Cane in St Mark's Church in London, 1952. Getty Images
1973
Prior to King Charles, Camilla was married to Andrew Parker-Bowles for 22 years, until 1995.
Camilla Shand and Major Andrew Parker-Bowles pass through the Guard of Honour after their wedding at the Guards Chapel, Wellington Barracks on July 4, 1973. Getty Images
1980
Camilla and Princess Diana, who was with Charles at the time and would marry him a year later, attended a horserace race he was competing in.
After their 1996 divorce, Diana famously said, “There were three of us in this marriage, so it was a bit crowded" — which many people took as confirmation that the then-prince had an affair with Camilla.
Camilla Parker-Bowles (left) and Lady Diana Spencer (later the Princess of Wales) at Ludlow racecourse to watch the Amateur Riders Handicap Steeplechase in which the Prince was competing. PA Images via Getty Images
1995
Charles' special lady (following his separation from Diana) stepped out with him to a party at The Ritz, that was strikingly similar to Diana's famous "revenge" dress from the year prior.
Camilla stepped out in a black ensemble for an outing with her beau. PA Images via Getty Images
2005
Wedding bells are ringing!
Charles and Camilla announced their April nupitals in February of that year.
Prince Charles and his fiance Camilla arrive in the grand reception room of Windsor Castle, England, Feb. 10, 2005, after announcing they are to be married. AP
Charles with Camilla following a Service of Prayer and Dedication at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on April 9, 2005, after their earlier civil service wedding at the Guildhall in Windsor. AP
2023
Charles and Camilla were crowned King and Queen, respectively, following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the Throne Room at Buckingham Palace, London. AP
2025
From honoring veterans on VE day, to being commemorated as a wax figure, this royal is not showing signs of slowing down at age of 78.
The royal family appears on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to watch the flypast during the V-E Day 80th anniversary parade in London on May 5. AP
Madame Tussauds's existing wax figures of King Charles and Queen Camilla in May 2025 at the unveiling of Kate and Wiliam's new figures. Madame Tussauds / SWNS
Queen Camilla cuts the celebratory cake during a visit to Wiltshire Community Foundation at Wellington Barn, Manor Farm to celebrate their 50th anniversary in Calne, England on July 10, a week before her 78th birthday. AP
Literally following in his mother's footsteps, Prince Harry, 40, visited Africa's largest minefield in southern Angola on Wednesday, taking part in a mine awareness safety class.
His trip comes 28 years after Princess Diana campaigned against landmines in the country in January 1997.
Prince Harry walking through a cleared minefield in Angola, Africa. HALO Trust/AFP via Getty Images
Princess Diana walking through a minefield cleared by Halo Trust in Angola, Africa, wearing protective body armor and a visor. Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images
Prince Harry participated in a mine awareness safety class during his visit. HALO Trust/AFP via Getty Images
The British charity Halo Trust has been clearing landmines since 1988, allowing civilians and their children to walk and play freely, without the fear of past wars coming back to haunt them.
Prince Harry has previously visited Angola with Halo Trust in 2019 to help clear old minefields.
The British charity Halo Trust has been clearing landmines since 1988. HALO Trust/AFP via Getty Images
Prince Harry previously visited Angola in 2019 with Halo Trust. HALO Trust/AFP via Getty Images
Prince Harry's visit comes 28 years after Princess Diana campaigned against landmines in the country. HALO Trust/AFP via Getty Images
King Charles marked his wife Queen Camilla’s 78th birthday by honoring her with a shiny new royal title.
The monarch, 76, formally bestowed the coveted title of Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom to his wife Wednesday — just one day before her special day.
King Charles III bestowed the title of Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom to his wife, Camilla, before her 78th birthday. Getty Images
The move is an unprecedented one, as Her Majesty now becomes the first woman to hold the title, which can only be appointed by a sovereign.
Megan Markle posted a cryptic video Wednesday night on Instagram, showcasing a box of her As Ever wine along with the text, "Sending birthday love (both near and far) to my ladies."
Meghan Markle wished some "birthday love" in an Instagram stories post. Instagram / @meghan
Markle was opening a box of her brand's wines. Instagram / @meghan
While it's a mystery who the former royal is sending the gift to, Markle, 43, must have been aware she was posting the bday message just a few hours before her mother-in-law, Queen Camilla, turned 78 Thursday.
Some royal watchers online are assuming the box of rosé — which the Duchess of Sussex opens with a key in the video — is in fact for Camilla, calling it "an olive branch" amid Meghan and Harry's royal rift with the family.
We wouldn't go that far.
But it is worth noting that the two reportedly bonded over wine years ago when the former "Suits" actress met Her Majesty, before she and Prince Harry fled England and their royal responsibilities.
Markle's video was posted around the time of Camilla's birthday. Chris Jackson/Getty Images
And just last week, King Charles and Prince Harry’s aides were spotted together for a secret meeting — the strongest signal yet that they may be ready to put an end to their years-long feud.
Markle made another, similarly strange choice related to wine and mothers-in-law's birthdays, launching her rosé on July 1 — the day Harry's late mother, Princess Diana, would have turned 64.
