The Prince and Princess of Wales have marked Prince Louis’s eighth birthday by releasing a fresh photograph of their youngest son, captured during a family getaway to Cornwall. In the image, a beaming Louis leans with folded arms against a metal railing, with the ocean stretching out behind him. The young prince, known for his playful demeanor, sports a blue textured quarter-zip jumper.
Social media celebration
Kensington Palace shared the picture on its social media channels with the message: “Happy birthday, Louis! 8 today!” accompanied by a red balloon emoji. The photograph was taken earlier this month by Matt Porteous, a photographer frequently commissioned by the Wales family.
Royal milestones
Louis, who is fourth in line to the British throne, was born on St George’s Day, April 23, 2018, at the private Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London. He weighed 8lb 7oz at birth. The young prince has often captured public attention with his lively antics during royal events, including appearances on the Buckingham Palace balcony during Trooping the Colour.
