Princess Charlotte is famously known as the elder sister who always leads her younger brothers during royal ceremonies, and Trooping the Colour is no exception. As she appeared on the palace balcony, she held Prince Louis’s hand to remind him to stop his mischievous pranks. Princess Charlotte, the daughter of the Prince and Princess of Wales, has become a beloved figure in the royal family, often seen taking on the role of the responsible older sibling. The 9-year-old girl’s poised demeanor and natural leadership qualities have been evident in various public appearances, especially during significant royal events.
Trooping the Colour, a major ceremonial event in the British royal calendar, provided yet another opportunity for Charlotte to demonstrate her nurturing nature towards her younger brothers. The Prince and Princess of Wales’s children all have lots of experience with balcony appearances. This year, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis continued a beloved royal tradition with their Buckingham Palace balcony appearance at Trooping the Colour. While Prince Louis is known for bringing fun to royal festivities, this year’s Trooping the Colour was no exception.
In 2019, Louis stole the show by enthusiastically waving and pointing as he was held by both Prince William and Princess Catherine for his first balcony appearance. During this year’s Trooping the Colour, Prince Louis once again captivated the audience with his charming and lively antics. His uninhibited display of childhood joy included dancing, yawning, and fiddling with the curtain tassels, much to the delight of onlookers. His exuberant behavior was a reminder of the innocence and spontaneity of childhood, even within the confines of royal protocol.
However, amidst Louis’s playful demeanor, Princess Charlotte’s presence stood out. The 9-year-old princess was seen muttering to the young prince as the national anthem played and the royals stood to attention. Body language expert Judy James told the Mirror that as Catherine and her three children watched from the open window, it was Catherine standing at the back of the group while Charlotte beamed down with an expression of pride. She even appeared to mutter to Louis to ensure he stood to attention as she did while the national anthem was being played.
Displaying her characteristic grace and sense of duty, Charlotte was seen gently holding Louis’s hand and reminding him to stop. This small yet significant gesture underscored her role as the elder sister, guiding and moderating her younger brother’s behavior in the public eye. It was a touching moment that highlighted the close bond between the siblings and Charlotte’s burgeoning sense of responsibility. Princess Charlotte’s actions at Trooping the Colour not only endeared her to the public but also showcased the dynamics of the younger generation of royals.
George, Charlotte, and Louis were joined by their mom, Princess Catherine, whose Trooping the Colour outing marked her first public appearance with the royals since announcing her cancer diagnosis in March. Louis attended dressed in a navy blazer, white shirt, and blue tie alongside his mom in a snow-white Jenny Packham dress adorned with a pure black trim and tie at the top of the monochrome number. Princess Catherine and Princess Charlotte coordinated the color of their outfits today with a nautical theme and a touching mother-daughter tribute. While this was Princess Catherine’s first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis this year, she also wore a Philip Treacy hat. Charlotte wore a black pinafore with ivory trim and tie.
Princess Charlotte’s role during Trooping the Colour exemplifies her position as a guiding figure for her younger brothers. Her composed demeanor, coupled with her instinctive leadership, adds a heartwarming dimension to the royal family’s public engagements. As she continues to grow, Princess Charlotte is likely to further develop these admirable qualities, contributing to the legacy of the British monarchy in her unique way.
