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Princess Charlotte Celebrates 10th Birthday with New Portrait

The Prince and Princess of Wales mark the milestone by sharing a candid iPhone photo taken by Kate Middleton during a family hike in Cumbria.

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Princess Charlotte watches an RAF flypast from the balcony of Buckingham Palace after attending Trooping the Colour in London, England, on June 15, 2024.
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Overview

  • Princess Charlotte, third in line to the British throne, turned 10 on May 2, 2025, and celebrated with a newly released portrait on social media.
  • The photo, taken by her mother, Kate Middleton, shows Charlotte smiling in a camouflage jacket and backpack during a hike in Cumbria earlier this year.
  • This continues the Wales family's tradition of releasing birthday portraits, with Kate often capturing the images herself to add a personal touch.
  • Charlotte is known for her leadership qualities within the family, her love of dance and gymnastics, and her admiration for Taylor Swift.
  • The young royal balances her public role with a normal childhood, attending Lambrook School alongside her brothers and enjoying family activities.