Prince Louis, the youngest son of Prince William and Princess Kate, is set to celebrate his sixth birthday on April 23. Along with his siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, Louis has been in the spotlight more following the death of his great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. As the children of the next heir to the throne, the siblings have been present at important events including their grandfather’s coronation on May 6, 2023.
Louis has made amusing appearances at public events over the years, winning fans around the world with his cheeky moments. During Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022, Louis was seen on the balcony of Buckingham Palace chatting with his great-grandmother as airplanes flew overhead. His unreserved reaction to the loud engines delighted fans. He also made headlines at the Platinum Jubilee pageant, where he was photographed covering his mother’s mouth with his hand, sparking discussions online about parenting.
At his grandfather’s coronation, Louis was among the youngest guests at Westminster Abbey. Throughout the lengthy ceremony, he was spotted yawning at intervals, showing signs of fatigue. After the coronation, the Wales family participated in a community event near Windsor Castle, where Louis and his siblings tried their hand at archery and other activities. Louis was photographed perfecting his archery skills, showcasing his playful nature.
During Charles’ Trooping the Colour celebrations, Louis stood out during the carriage procession from Horse Guards Parade to Buckingham Palace. He was seen lightheartedly pinching his nose as if to shield himself from an unidentified smell. At Kate’s annual Christmas Carol concert in 2023, Louis displayed typical little brother behavior by blowing out his sister Charlotte’s candle that had been lit for special moments during the service. These instances provide a glimpse into the Wales children’s typical sibling relationship.
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