As the eldest child of Prince William and Princess Catherine, Prince George occupies a unique position in the line of succession, destined to one day inherit the throne.
Born on July 22 in 2013, we’ve all watched George go from adorable baby to cheeky toddler to caring older brother – his parents welcomed Princess Charlotte in 2015 and Prince Louis in 2018.
Nowadays, George is starting to become a responsible young man – and was even heavily involved in his grandfather King Charles’ coronation as a Page of Honour.
But in September 2025, Prince William did tease that George is “completely different” behind closed doors and “knows how to behave” during a visit to the National Federation of the Women’s Institute.
Read on to learn everything you need to know about Prince George and see the best photos of the young royal.
What is Prince George’s name now?
Prince George’s name is still what it was when he was born: George Alexander Louis.
In a new book about the Waleses titled William and Catherine, The Monarchy’s New Era: The Inside Story, releasing March 10, author Russell Myers said the parents debated for “hours” on what to call their child.
Excerpts published by The Mirror revealed Princess Catherine was eager on Alexander or Alexandra, while Prince William wanted to tribute his late mother Princess Diana, if they had a girl.
“Catherine had her heart set on Alexander for a boy or Alexandra (also Queen Elizabeth’s middle name) for a girl. William had privately voiced his preference for having a girl, and was keen to incorporate a tribute to his late mother, most likely in the form of a middle name,” Russell wrote in his novel.
Eventually, William decided on two boy names: George or Louis, Russell wrote.
How old is Prince George now?
Prince George is currently 12 years old. His birthday is on July 22.
What will George be called when King?
When – or if – George becomes King one day, he will likely be called King George VII. Of course, as per royal tradition, he could choose to go by one of his other given names and be called either King Alexander or King Louis.
Read on to see the sweetest photos ever taken of the eldest Wales child…
13th birthday portrait
On his 13th birthday, Kensington Palace released a new portrait on the young prince. In the image, he’s sporting a dark suit and white shirt. He looks all set to start Eton College in autumn!
The Prince and Princess of Wales also shared a video of George enjoying summer with his younger brother Louis and their dog, Orla.
Wimbledon 2026
Prince George joined his father in the Royal Box for the Men’s Singles Final at Wimbledon. Alexander Zverev of Germany and Jannik Sinner were battling it out for the top prize.
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April 2016, President Obama meets Prince George
10 years ago to the date, former US President Barack Obama met a then two-year-old Prince George donning his PJs at Kensington Palace in London — resulting in the sweetest photo ever!
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Serving Christmas Dinner
In December, Prince George followed in his grandmother Princess Diana’s footsteps by serving Christmas dinner to the homeless.
Prince William first worked with The Passage in 1993 with Princess Diana, where the pair prepared meals, set tables and decorated a Christmas tree. Prince George even signed a guest book, adding his name under his father’s and grandmother’s signature.
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July 2025, 12th Birthday
The Prince and Princess of Wales’ official Instagram account released a portrait of the young royal in celebration of his 12th birthday. The caption read: “Happy 12th Birthday to Prince George!”
In addition to the birthday portrait, the Instagram page also posted a super sweet video of the young royal and his siblings, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. The portrait and video were taken on the same day as Prince William’s and Prince Louis‘s birthday portraits!
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Wimbledon 2025
The young royal didn’t look too impressed with the tennis taking place during the Gentleman’s Singles Final in Wimbledon 2025. Or perhaps he was too warm in the London heat while in a suit. He accompanied his father, Prince William, his sister, Princess Charlotte, and his mother, Princess Catherine, who is a patron of Wimbledon and presents the winning trophies.
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VE Day 2025
Photographers snapped this cute pic of the Wales children and their mother, Princess Catherine watching the flypast on VE day.
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July 2024, 11th Birthday
The Prince and Princess of Wales’ official Instagram account released a portrait of the young royal in celebration of his 11th birthday. The caption read: “Wishing Prince George a very happy 11th birthday today!”
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June 2024, Trooping the Colour
Prince George was seen with his family watching the Trooping the Colour on June 15, 2024. Trooping the Colour is a ceremonial parade celebrating the official birthday of the British Monarch. The event features over 1,400 soldiers and officers, accompanied by 200 horses. More than 400 musicians from ten different bands and Corps of Drums march and perform in perfect harmony.
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May 2024, Emirates Cup Final
Prince George attended the Manchester City and Manchester United Emirates FA Cup Final on May 25 2024. The young prince looked the spitting image of his father, Prince William, as the pair stood side by side in seemingly matching suits.
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December 2023, Christmas Morning Service
George looked incredibly grown up in a crisp blue suit when he and his family attended the Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Church on December 25, 2023.
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May 2023, Coronation of King Charles III
Prince George was one of the Pages of Honour at his grandfather’s coronation in May 2023.
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2022, Platinum Jubilee Pageant
George shared a sweet moment with his late great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth II during the Platinum Jubilee Pageant in 2022.
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2020, Comic Relief
We love a family photo! This one was taken during the BBC Children In Need and Comic Relief ‘Big Night In’ in 2020.
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Like father, like son.
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2018, Princess Eugenie’s Wedding
George and his sister Charlotte wore adorable matching outfits for Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s wedding in 2018.
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September 2017, First Day of School
First day of school!
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2016, Family Holiday
All rugged up for a ski trip in 2016.
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2014, Australia Tour
William and Catherine took a very young George to Australia for a royal visit in 2014.
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2013, Leaving Hospital
The first ever photo of little Prince George.
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