All the Portraits of the Royal Children Over the Years

For fans of all things monarchial, a royal portrait release is an exciting time. And while any Windsor family moment is a fascinating one, there’s a particular frenzy around snapshots of the children—George, Charlotte, Louis, Archie, and Lilibet—since they aren’t seen at events quite as often as their parents. The most recent example? An adorable picture of Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis with their father Prince William to mark his 42nd birthday.

The three Wales children are photographed for major milestones they experience along the year, whether it be for their birthday festivities or christening. The photos are often taken by mother Middleton herself, though a variety of photographers capture the full family moments.

Other portraits over the years have captured the children welcoming their new siblings home or slipping on their backpacks for their first day at nursery or school. Another not-to-be-missed event is the family’s yearly Christmas card, which always ranges in setting and style. 2020 saw the Wales family in countryside casual, posed in front of a log pile.

Although the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have stepped down from royal life, they still share some adorable details about their children. For Archie’s first birthday, they posted an Instagram video of the Duchess reading to their baby son, to raise awareness for charity.

Below, see all of the children’s portraits over the years.