8 Times Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis Stole the Show During Public Appearances
8 Times Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis Stole the Show During Public Appearances
Bailey BujnosekTue, August 11, 2026 at 5:26 PM UTC
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Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis with their parents at Trooping the Colour 2026.Credit: Dinendra Haria/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesThe Gist -
Prince William and Kate Middleton share three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
Prince George was the source of many memes as a toddler, while Princess Charlotte is relatably expressive at sporting events.
In recent years, mischievous younger brother Prince Louis often steals the show with his cheeky antics.
Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis have a way of grabbing the public’s attention whenever they attend a royal outing. In the spotlight practically since birth, the children of Prince William and Kate Middleton are well aware that they have to behave a certain way when eyes are on them. That doesn’t stop them from having the occasional adorable or silly moment, however.
When he was younger, George was the template for several viral memes, even inspiring an animated parody series on HBO Max. The most famous of these memes came from a set of snaps showing a 4-year-old George’s excitement at being in the cockpit of a helicopter during a royal tour stop in Hamburg. More recently, the teen garnered attention for his poise and striking resemblance to dad William.
His 11-year-old sister Charlotte, the only daughter of William and Kate, was an exceptionally sophisticated toddler. In 2022, a then-7-year-old Charlotte could be seen gently correcting her brothers during the Platinum Jubilee Pageant—proving she had the makings of a steadfast senior royal like Princess Anne. She continues to make waves for her polish and grace, inviting frequent comparisons to her princess mother.
Louis, age 8, has earned a reputation as the most mischievous of the Wales children. His playful antics at the Platinum Jubilee Pageant in 2022 made headlines around the globe, as he stuck his tongue out at mom Kate during the procession. “He’s a character, but he’s a very good boy,” Prince William shared when asked about his youngest son’s personality on a 2025 outing, per People.
Ahead, revisit 8 times that Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis stole the show during public appearances.
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Trooping the Colour 2015
Prince Charles, Prince George, and Prince William at Trooping the Colour 2015.Credit: Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images
Three generations of royalty took to the balcony at Trooping the Colour 2015, but it was Prince George who adorably stole hearts during the annual celebration. The little prince pointed and wagged his tongue while being held by dad William.
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Trooping the Colour 2025
Prince Louis and Prince George depart Buckingham Palace during Trooping The Colour 2025.Credit: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
Prince Louis has a habit of bringing out the silly side in his siblings. The youngest of Kate and William’s kids cracked up big brother George as they rode in a carriage together during Trooping the Colour 2025.
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Trooping the Colour 2024
Prince Louis yawning during Trooping the Colour 2024.Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage
All those Trooping the Colour events might get a little repetitive, which is why Prince Louis can’t hide the occasional yawn. In 2024, he appeared slightly sleepy at the military parade, which is held each summer in celebration of the monarch’s birthday.
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Wimbledon 2025
Princess Charlotte at Wimbledon Tennis Championships in July 2025.Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage
When she’s not gaining attention for being a courtside style star, Princess Charlotte is relatably getting absorbed in live sporting events like Wimbledon. At the 2025 tennis championships, which she attended with mom Princess Kate, Charlotte was visibly enraptured by each glorious serve.
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Trooping the Colour 2023
Prince Louis and Catherine, Princess of Wales during Trooping the Colour on June 17, 2023.Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Louis had the time of his life at Trooping the Colour 2023, offering some of the most iconic royal reaction images to date. Puffing out his cheeks and raising his fists in excitement, the 5-year-old prince put on an entertaining performance for the crowds.
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Together at Christmas 2023
Prince Louis blows out Princess Charlotte’s candle at the 2023 ‘Together At Christmas’ Service.Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Princess Charlotte was full of holiday cheer when Prince Louis playfully blew out her candle during the 2023 Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey. Per People, mom Kate caught him in the act and gave the expected ‘mom look’ in reaction to the cheeky moment.
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Meeting President Obama, 2016
Prince William, President Obama, and Prince George on April 22, 2016.Credit: Pete Souza/The White House via Getty Images
Staying up past your bedtime isn’t easy, but Prince George pushed through his drowsiness to meet President Barack Obama in 2016. After photos from the encounter were released—showing the sleepy young prince in his bathrobe and slippers, casually greeting the world leader—the moment took the Internet by storm.
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The 2022 Commonwealth Games
Princess Charlotte at the 2022 Commonwealth Games with Prince William and Kate Middleton.Credit: Getty Images/Karwai Tang
Early on, Charlotte proved herself a proper sports fan. While attending the 2022 Commonwealth Games alongside dad William and mom Kate, the princess was photographed laughing and giving her father a thumbs-up.
More recently, at the 2026 games, she could be seen watching on as younger brother Louis gave mascot Finnie the unicorn a high five.
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