Could Prince Louis’ very first public wave be any more enthusiastic?!
Prince Louis took a leaf out of his big sister’s book on the weekend, busting out his very first royal wave to the assembled masses, and tackling it in brilliantly enthusiastic style.
Trooping The Colour
The Cambridge family joined other members of the royal family for Trooping The Colour, a series of parades, fly-overs and carriage rides, all culminating in a mass appearance on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
This was Prince Louis’ very first balcony pop-up and he took to the occasion like a duck to water, delighting his parents (who giggled their way through the event) and also royal fans. Louis is seen wearing an adorable smocked shirt and blue shorts, an outfit previously worn by his uncle Prince Harry on the very same balcony back in 1986.
Taking his cue from Princess Charlotte, little Louis looked up at the squadron flying overhead and then waved wildly at the planes – first checking in with his siblings with a glance or two to be sure he was doing what was expected.
Louis can be heard above the camera shutters clicking, calling, “Bye! bye!” to the jets zooming above him, encouraged by his smiling mum, Duchess Kate.
Prince William is equally chuffed, leaning in to ask his toddler son if he likes what he sees.
A big day for the little royals
This adorable spectacle was further proof that Louis and Charlotte are very bonded and that the littlest prince looks up to his siblings – especially Princess Charlotte – and follows her lead.
Charlotte appeared relaxed and confident during the appearance, taking royal life and all its pomp and splendour in her stride as usual. She busts out a double-armed wave before refining it to a more royal single-armed effort.
Royal fans also loved seeing Prince George again, although the little boy seemed a bit exhausted after what had – no doubt- been a very big day already. He’s seen rubbing his eyes on what looks like a very bright and sunny day, and honestly, it must be a lot for a five-year-old to tackle.
King William imminent?
How lovely to see William, Kate and their kids having such a brilliant time and looking so happy and relaxed.
It’s hard not to wonder if their front-and-centre appearance, as the wildly popular Harry and Meghan were relegated to the very rear of the balcony, is perhaps a hint that William is set to take the throne sooner rather than later.
Perhaps Charles is NOT going to step into his mother, the Queen’s, shoes at all. The youthful and much loved William and Kate certainly appear more than ready to take on this high-profile role.
