> At a Glance
> – Kate Middleton celebrates her 44th birthday on January 9, 2026
> – The Wales children-George (12), Charlotte (10), Louis (7)-already join parents at public events
> – Why it matters: Rare photos show how the couple balance royal duty with shielding their kids from the spotlight
From christenings to Christmas services, News Of Los Angeles‘s photo gallery captures the Wales family’s most memorable appearances.
Milestones in the Spotlight
The first official outing as a family of five came at Prince Louis’ christening in July 2018 inside St James’s Palace. Just a year later, a 13-month-old Louis stared wide-eyed at the Queen’s birthday fly-past alongside his siblings.
- March 2020: Research-centre visit in Ireland
- April 2020: BBC video thanking healthcare workers during lockdown
- December 2022: coordinated holiday looks for the Sandringham Christmas service
Jubilee & Tradition
The Platinum Jubilee weekend in June 2022 delivered two balcony moments: first the Trooping the Colour fly-past, then the glittering Platinum Pageant marking 70 years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign.
| Event | Year | Location | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easter Mattins | 2023 | Windsor Castle | Kate & Charlotte in blue |
| Big Help Out | 2023 | Local projects | Volunteering snapshots |
| Trooping the Colour | 2023 | Buckingham Palace | Kids awed by RAF display |
| Together at Christmas | 2023 | Westminster Abbey | Kate launches new carol concert |
Health & Comeback
After a year of cancer treatment, Kate returned in December 2024 to host her Together at Christmas concert; the family wore matching crimson. They ended the year at the traditional Sandringham Christmas Day service, then marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day from the palace balcony in 2025.
Key Takeaways
- The children already undertake select public duties yet remain largely out of daily media view
- Annual fly-pasts and Christmas services form the family’s most regular public routine
- Kate’s recovery and continued tradition of the carol service signal a return to full engagement
The gallery underscores how the Waleses mix royal responsibility with childhood privacy as they celebrate Kate’s 44th milestone.
