Kate Middleton has seemingly put the Mother’s Day photo editing controversy behind her with the release of a new photo of Prince Louis on his 6th birthday. The photo, taken by Kate herself, shows the young prince with his hands over his ears and arms outstretched, embodying the “eccentric, happy-go-lucky spirit” of England. Royal expert Dr. Tessa Dunlop notes the irony of Louis being born on St. George’s Day, suggesting that he is the Welsh child who best embodies the national celebration.
The photo drop has been well-received by royal fans, with Kensington Palace acknowledging that the birthday could have easily been overlooked. However, by choosing to share a photo, Kate is signaling her willingness to move on from the controversy and resume her role as the royal family’s photographer-in-chief. The photo is a reminder of the joy and light that Louis brings to the royal family, and it has helped to repair the image of the monarchy after a difficult period.
