Princess Charlotte delighted royal watchers with her poise and natural confidence during Trooping the Colour on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The 11-year-old princess, second child and only daughter of the Prince and Princess of Wales, was praised for her impeccable royal etiquette as the family gathered on the Buckingham Palace balcony.
Standing at Attention
Footage shared on X, formerly Twitter, showed Charlotte standing at attention before other family members as the National Anthem began. While King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, Princess Kate, and her brothers George and Louis quickly followed suit, Charlotte was already perfectly positioned. The user who posted the clip remarked: 'Pay attention to the way Princess Charlotte stood at attention before everyone else in the group chatting as soon as the Anthem came on. This girl is on point with Royal etiquette and a natural at keeping her brothers in line.'
Public Praise
Viewers were quick to compliment the young princess. One commenter said: 'I think she's a leader.' Another added: 'A fitting future Princess Royal indeed. Great Auntie Anne must be proud.' A third wrote: 'She's ready for whatever the future may hold for her.' Others noted her potential support for her older brother, with one stating: 'Strong independent young lady. She'll be great support to Prince George.'
Prince George's Height
Many observers were struck by how tall Prince George, the heir to the throne, has grown. At just 12 years old, he stood almost level with his mother, Princess Kate. One person remarked: 'Considering that Catherine is wearing heels, George must be her height now, or nearly so. Tall like his dad. What a beautiful family.'
Main Character
Despite the event celebrating King Charles' official birthday, some declared Charlotte the 'main character.' Riding in a carriage with her mother and brothers, she radiated confidence, waving and beaming at the crowds even when other family members did not. One user wrote: 'Princess Charlotte is out there being the Main Character.' Another replied: 'I just know how the children are always well groomed, appropriately attired and presented in all situations.'
Resemblance to Queen Elizabeth II
Charlotte is often said to bear a striking resemblance to her late great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. Royal commentator Phil Dampier told the Daily Express: 'She is growing up fast and reminds me of Princess Anne as she's a strong character and able to tell her brothers what to do.' He added: 'Winston Churchill once said of the late Queen Elizabeth when she was a child that he had never seen such maturity in someone so young, and Charlotte seems to have inherited that trait from her great-grandmother.'
