As the clock ticks down to May 2, excitement is building for Princess Charlotte‘s upcoming ninth birthday.
Fans of the royal family are on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the customary birthday photo that usually accompanies such celebrations.
However, it seems that Kate Middleton and Prince William might be veering off the well-trodden path of royal tradition once again.
Just last week, as they marked Prince Louis‘ sixth birthday, the couple stirred things up by posting a fresh photo on social media, breaking away from the usual practice of sharing images under lockdown.
This year, though, it appears that the Prince and Princess of Wales may be opting for a different approach for Charlotte’s special day, much to the surprise of their followers.
Traditionally, the royals have shared heartwarming birthday snapshots of their children, allowing fans a glimpse into their lives.
Yet, as of now, no new images of Princess Charlotte have surfaced, leading many to speculate whether the family is shifting their birthday celebration style yet again.
Could it be that a new picture will make its debut later today, coinciding with Charlotte’s actual birthday?
Only time will tell.
The decision to break from tradition likely stems from the unique challenges the family has been facing recently.
Following Kate’s announcement regarding her cancer diagnosis, the couple has requested privacy during this difficult time.
Despite this, they still took a moment to express gratitude toward their supporters by sharing a photo of Louis last week, thanking everyone for their kind Christmas wishes.
Princess Charlotte, like her siblings, has enjoyed a childhood largely shielded from the public eye.
Her last official appearance was during the royal family’s traditional Christmas outing at King Charles‘ Sandringham Estate, where she was seen happily accepting gifts alongside her cousins.
The sight of the young royals mingling with well-wishers brought smiles to many faces.
In December, Charlotte also participated in the annual Westminster Abbey party, an event organized by her mother, Kate.
Just before the festivities, the trio of siblings—George, Louis, and Charlotte—volunteered at a children’s bank near Maidenhead, sorting through donated items.
These moments reflect not only their royal status but also their grounded upbringing.
The past few months have been particularly eventful for the Wales family.
