Royal Family celebrates Trooping the Colour with joyful reunion and playful moments

Princess Kate returned to public duties with her children, while Prince Louis charmed crowds with his playful antics.

The Royal Family appeared in high spirits at today's Trooping the Colour, celebrating King Charles' 75th birthday. The event also marked the public return of Princess Kate, following her cancer diagnosis in March.

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, joined her three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—at the annual parade at Buckingham Palace. Despite undergoing preventative chemotherapy, Kate was determined to participate, supported by a statement from the Palace acknowledging her "good days and bad days." 

As the royal procession began, Kate, beaming and waving, rode in a glass coach, following the carriage carrying King Charles and Queen Camilla. Onlookers cheered as the family made their way to Horse Guards Parade.

Prince Louis, known for his playful nature, added charm to the event. He slipped on the steps outside Buckingham Palace while waiting for the carriage to arrive, an innocent moment captured by fans. 

The Princess of Wales, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis waiting for their carriage to arrive inside Buckingham Palace 🤍

(notice how little Louis slipped for a second 🥹)#TroopingtheColour#PrincessofWales pic.twitter.com/hsLUPFlPR6

— Prie 🧚🏻‍♀️ (@RoyalDelhiite) June 15, 2024

Later, he was seen tugging on blind cords and attempting to lift a window during the ceremony, much to the amusement of the onlookers and his family. 

Prince Louis stands alongside his mother and plays with the curtain cords as #TroopingTheColour takes place below. pic.twitter.com/jQOxpKJHfb

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Despite his antics, Louis shared a heartfelt moment with his father, Prince William, who playfully tugged his ears during the RAF flypast.

Prince William pulls Prince Louis’s ears 😂❤️ #PrinceofWales #PrinceWilliam pic.twitter.com/jmR8gc3KdA

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Princess Charlotte displayed her usual poise, wiping fog from the carriage windows to ensure the crowds could see them. She and Kate coordinated their outfits in a nautical theme, with Charlotte in a black pinafore and Kate in a navy and white Jenny Packham dress adorned with an Irish Guards Regimental Brooch. 

The brooch highlighted Kate's role as Colonel of the Irish Guards. Kate also wore pearl earrings, previously seen at Prince Louis' christening, adding a touch of elegance to her ensemble.

The event featured over 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses, and 400 musicians, culminating in an RAF flypast viewed by the Royal Family from the Buckingham Palace balcony. Prince William, Princess Anne, and Prince Edward participated on horseback, adding to the grandeur of the occasion. The family, especially the children, waved enthusiastically at the crowds, highlighting their unity and the joyous occasion.

Trooping the Colour, a tradition since the 17th century, continues to be a significant event, celebrating the official birthday of the British Sovereign and showcasing the dedication and resilience of the Royal Family.