Prince George Celebrates 12th Birthday with New Family Photo Release

In a heartfelt celebration of Prince George's 12th birthday, the Royal Family released a new photograph capturing the young prince smiling while leaning against a wooden gate. This image, taken earlier this year by photographer Josh Shinner in Norfolk, was shared on the Royal Family's official social media account on July 22, 2025. It marks another instance of the royals sharing personal moments from their family life with the public.

The Royal Family's post conveyed warm wishes, stating, "Wishing a very happy birthday to Prince George!" This tradition of sharing family photographs has become common among the royals, especially on significant occasions. For instance, earlier this year, the family shared a photograph of Princess Charlotte taken by her mother, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, during a visit to Cumbria for her 10th birthday. Similarly, for Prince Louis's seventh birthday, another image captured by Mr. Shinner was released.

Prince George Alexander Louis, born on July 22, 2013, at 4:24 PM in the Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London, has been in the public eye since his birth. He weighed 8 pounds and 6 ounces at the time of his birth and made his first public appearance the following day, cradled in his mother's arms.

In addition to his birthday celebrations, Prince George has been seen at various public events, including the recent Wimbledon Championships, where he attended with his father, Prince William, and sister, Princess Charlotte. The family was present to witness Catherine present the men's trophy to Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner, marking a significant moment in Wimbledon history as Sinner became the first Italian to win the singles title. Following the match, Sinner met with the royals and even signed tennis balls for George and Charlotte.

This continuous sharing of personal family moments not only strengthens the bond between the royals and the public but also provides a glimpse into the lives of the younger generation of royals, who are gradually stepping into their roles within the monarchy. As Prince George grows older, the public eagerly anticipates how he will navigate the responsibilities and expectations that come with being a member of the British Royal Family.