Kate Middleton's sweet tradition
In the photo, taken by amateur photographer Kate while the family were on holiday in the UK, George smiled for his mother's camera
By Maria Savva
It has become a sweet tradition for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to celebrate their children's birthdays with a new royal portrait. Next in line is Prince George, who turns 9 on July 22, and is looking considerably smarter for his big day.
In the photo, which was taken by keen amateur photographer Kate while the family were on holiday in the UK earlier this month, George smiled for his mother's camera. You'll remember this one with a blank smile from the Jubilee celebrations when she sang a cover of Rod Stewart's 'Sweet Caroline' during the Palace party. Along with the Queen's sketch with Paddington Bear, which was one of the highlights of the televised celebration.
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How does a young royal celebrate his ninth birthday? As well as photos, there will be cake which, as the Duchess previously told Mary Berry, she is a fan of baking at home. “It's become a bit of a tradition for me to stay up until midnight with ridiculous amounts of cake mix and frosting,” Kate said. “I do too much, but I like it,” he added.
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There is, as George points out, a lot to smile about. Having recently attended his first Wimbledon a special 'grace' according to his parents and with school out for the summer, it's a very happy birthday indeed for this prince.
