Heartwarming Moment Captured in Documentary as King Charles Shares Affectionate Bond with Grandchildren

In a heartwarming video featured in a new BBC documentary, a rare family moment between King Charles and his three grandchildren was captured.

The scene takes place during rehearsals for the King's coronation, where the Prince and Princess of Wales, accompanied by their children, are seen arriving.

In a display of affection rarely seen in public, Charles embraces each of his grandchildren, starting with Princess Charlotte, followed by Prince George, and finally, five-year-old Prince Louis, who eagerly stretches out his arms for a warm embrace.

During the rehearsal, young Prince Louis is dressed smartly in a blazer and shorts, while Prince George looks dashing in a suit.

Princess Charlotte steals the show in a light blue patterned dress and a white cardigan.

After hugging her grandfather, she gracefully curtsies, mimicking her mother Catherine's gesture.

A fascinating photo from Queen Elizabeth's coronation in 1953 reveals that King Charles himself had once found himself longing to be elsewhere.

Coincidentally, mischievous Prince Louis recreates a remarkable pose reminiscent of his grandfather.

The black and white photo captures a young Prince Charles resting his chin on his hand, appearing rather bored during the three-hour ceremony.

At the time, the future King wore a frilly blouse and sported neatly combed hair.

Another touching scene from the documentary shows Charles and his son, Prince William, rehearsing a poignant moment of allegiance.

Prince William playfully tickles Charles' left cheek, eliciting laughter, and then kisses his right cheek.

However, the King questions the move, pointing to his other cheek and asking, “Wasn't it that side?”

William lightens the mood further by jokingly remarking, “Your left cheek is better.”

The exchange brings laughter not only to Charles and William but also to the senior clerics and officials present.

The Bishop of Hereford, Richard Jackson, comments on the extraordinary affection displayed by the royal family, stating, “They're clearly a very close family.

It feels like you're part of a family as well as being in a royal and national location.”

Following this heartwarming moment, King Charles proceeds to kiss his son William and daughter-in-law Catherine before warmly embracing each of his grandchildren.

In other clips released last week, Prince George can be seen wearing his red uniform and adjusting his gloves as his grandfather and Queen Camilla board the diamond Jubilee state coach for their journey from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey.

The monarch playfully lifts his arm in his robe, exclaiming, “I can fly,” while gesturing to his four pages, including Prince George.

Another clip captures King Charles laughing after the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, struggles to remember his lines during a coronation rehearsal.

Princess Catherine is also seen curtsying and kissing her father-in-law following the ceremony.

Additionally, the documentary reveals a touching moment involving Queen Camilla's sister, Annabel Elliot, who appears tearful as she watches her sister head to Westminster Abbey for her coronation.

Reflecting on their marriage, Annabel describes Charles and Camilla as “yin and yang,” polar opposites who complement each other perfectly.

She emphasizes Camilla's unwavering loyalty and stable nature, stating that Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and diverse interests into her life.

Annabel further adds that their strong bond may have been forged through shared experiences and challenges, as both the King and Queen are avid walkers and possess remarkable fitness levels.

Lady Lansdowne, a close friend and companion of the Queen, describes Charles and Camilla as an extraordinary team.

She suggests that their bond has been strengthened by enduring hardships together and their shared love for walking.

Lady Lansdowne remarks on their remarkable physical fitness and describes the Queen as having a close relationship with her “mad dogs.”

This heartwarming documentary offers a glimpse into the intimate family dynamics of the royal household.