Prince Louis Celebrates 7th Birthday with New Portrait from Kate and William

Prince Louis turned seven, and to celebrate, the Prince and Princess of Wales released a new portrait of him on their official social media accounts, taken by photographer Josh Shinner in Norfolk. The photo shows Prince Louis seated outdoors, smiling with a noticeable gap where his front teeth are missing, a detail highlighted across several reports. This annual tradition of sharing birthday photos underscores both his growing-up milestones and his reputation for cheeky behavior at royal events, such as playfully blowing out his sister’s candle and pulling faces during public appearances. Unlike previous years where Princess Kate often took the birthday photos herself, the family opted for a professional photographer this time, likely influenced by past controversy over edited images. The family has recently focused on privacy, spending more time at their country home and limiting public appearances, especially after Kate's cancer diagnosis. Despite this, the new photo and birthday wishes aim to maintain a sense of connection with the public while respecting the family’s increased emphasis on privacy.