Princess Charlotte’s 9th Birthday: Will Princess Kate Break Tradition Again?

Princess Kate seems to be challenging tradition once more as Princess Charlotte celebrates her 9th birthday.

Following a similar pattern to Prince Louis' birthday, Princess Kate may be opting to deviate from a long-standing custom for her daughter's special day.

Today marks Princess Charlotte's 9th birthday, a moment eagerly awaited by fans who anticipate the annual release of a birthday portrait for each royal child.

As the only daughter of Prince William and Princess Kate, Princess Charlotte holds a special place within the royal family.

Just as they did for Prince Louis' sixth birthday last week, the Prince and Princess of Wales broke tradition by immediately sharing a new photo on social media on his special day, rather than under embargo the day before as typically done.

This shift in approach suggests a departure from past practices.

In previous years, official portraits commemorating the birthdays of Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Louis have been released, often featuring Kate in the background.

However, this year's circumstances are unique, with the family facing challenges due to the Princess of Wales undergoing preventative chemotherapy for an undisclosed form of cancer.

These circumstances have necessitated adjustments to the usual protocols.

Last month, Kate, aged 42, revealed that cancer had been detected during post-operative tests, emphasizing the need for privacy and space during this challenging time.

Speculation arose regarding whether past controversies surrounding family portraits influenced the decision to withhold images in advance.

Despite this, a new image of Kate with her three children was shared on March 10 to mark Mother's Day, albeit briefly, as it was later removed due to editing issues by foreign photo agencies.

As royal enthusiasts eagerly await a glimpse of Princess Charlotte on her birthday, hoping for a special portrait to be shared by Kensington Palace, the significance of this occasion is not lost on social media users.

Individuals like Mofomen360 expressed excitement at the prospect of seeing the official birthday photo of the young princess, underscoring how quickly Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana is growing up.

Born on May 2, 2015, at 8:34 am in St. Mary's Hospital in London, Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana entered the world, following in the footsteps of many royal births at the historic location.

Welcomed into the family by her older brother, Prince George, on July 22, 2013, Princess Charlotte has been a cherished addition to the royal clan.