Why Kate's stunning William birthday pic reveals MUCH more than her new camera skills

PRINCESS Kate shared a sweet snap this morning of Prince William with their children to mark his 42nd birthday.
The royal, 42, posted a never-before-seen picture of Wills and their adorable little trio on a beach outing.
The fun action shot shows Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Prince George holding hands as they leap from a sand dune.
Kate wrote a heartwarming message alongside the snap, which she took herself, it read: "Happy birthday Papa, we all love you so much! Cx"
It was uploaded on The Prince and Princess of Wales' official Instagram account.
It appears to be from a beach in Norfolk, where the family have their country home.
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[@marileearsenault4749]

Anyone who has anything negative about this picture is raging with jealousy. Love love love ❤

[@decorDD]

I agree ...I think it's the best royal photo I've ever seen ❤

[@VengieShiva]

Agreed, it's such a wonderful pic to treasure. ❤❤❤ Also Happy Birthday Prince William. ❤🎉

[@MB-wx4gp]

I LOVE them and I’m sorry, but I’ve got probs. How are the kids especially Louis able to jump that high in tandem? Scratching my head for sure. Edited to add: Ok, people. I stand corrected. I can see how it might be possible after reading some of the comments here. To those who attacked me for simply stating some questions I had about it which I feel I stated very respectfully, you need to learn some social skills. You’re honestly ridiculous. Thank you to those who used reason and manners to explain your perspective.

[@garnwalkerstables]

ONLY SOMEONE who knows nothing about composition and balance could fault this!!!

[@julieemerson8237]

​@MB-wx4gp really ?

[@FlexibleFlyer50]

Shows the world that the children are growing right in front of our eyes. Happy Birthday to Prince William. No pap walks, phony jam, snarky dog biscuits involved. Just pure class.

[@Maraquinn]

Still on your mind 😂

[@murielscott9958]

@@Maraquinnwell, they won’t go away. Any special royal occasion & up they pop. More & more desperate antics each time. It’s amusing.

[@BangtanBangtanBusan]

​​@@Maraquinn HRH Actual Princess Catherine & HRH Actual Prince William💜💜 Yes; always!💜💜 We do our best to IGNORE THE CLAMOUR FROM L.A THAT IS ALL DAY EVERYDAY! NOTHING but WHITE NOISE!! NOT TO MENTION TOADS LIKE YOURSELF - WHO COME HERE ONLY TO TROLL! (saddo!) It's the Weekend!🌸💜 Don't you have anything better to do - bc we do!🤗💜 Holidays for the kids in Norfolk as usual🇬🇧💜 NOT A RENTA-KID IN SIGHT! 🙄🤭🙏💜🇬🇧💜

[@decorDD]

​@@Maraquinn I know right ? Imagine what it's costing them in PR fees ...that inheritance of Harold's must be long gone by now 😬😬😬😬

[@sallywright8065]

Dog biscuits?

[@wtrclr83]

A triumph for Princess Catherine! We love you~

[@barbarahansen626]

I so agree. Anyone saying something unkind and nasty about HRH Princess Catherine should be so ashamed. God bless Prince William and Princess Catherine and their family. Happy Birthday to Prince William. I can remember when Prince William was born. My mother and I were visiting up in Victoria, British Columbia in Canada and I overheard some of the other people talking about his birth. Anyway Happy Birthday to Prince William. I so pray Prince William has a wonderful birthday celebration with his family and forget all this jealousy, rumors, lies, and gossip showing up on social media. God bless Prince William and Princess Catherine and their family, and God bless the British Royal family

[@user-ro2vb8by7u]

@@barbarahansen626, I think Haz needs a DNA test administered by the palace.

[@caprifolia1]

This photo is one of the best family photos I have ever seen! Greetings from Finland

[@mabear9238]

Well said, our beloved beautiful Princess is so talented, such a natural beautiful family pic of her amazing husband and children. ❤

[@Caareenkm6726]

@@user-ro2vb8by7ugood you go get it ok? 👉😂

[@judyweeks1480]

And she didn't charge anything to release this masterpiece. Queen Elizabeth would be proud. She had an interest in photography herself, didn't she? What a marvelous birthday gift to her husband.

[@sunnydavidson297]

The late Queen allowed Catherine to take photos at Balmoral- a rare privilege.

[@Aida-qy1ts]

Amazing shots. Photography is one thing, artistry is another.

[@katemyer1955]

The current Queen allowed Princess Catherine the privilege of taking her portrait as well.

[@juliestanfield8433]

PC took a Photography class while in College. It became her hobby.

[@judyweeks1480]

@@juliestanfield8433 She could have made a profession of it.

[@ctlilbit]

I agree, that is a fabulous photograph, and it shows how playful Prince William is with his children. This is what a father should be doing with his children.

[@supertuscans9512]

It’s making the Sugars dissolve.😂

[@m.g.3679]

Arthur is such a beautiful soul. He is a true Royalist, recognizing a fellow photographer talent. His photography book is highly recommended

[@BangtanBangtanBusan]

A lovely man💜💜

[@MamaMargie]

He really is the best.

[@saritamullins8294]

How refreshing to hear one photographer congratulating and praising another on a great photo. After all the negative that H&M have been putting out almost every day and for so long it is a pleasure to listen to this nice, unselfish man.

[@l.d.1385]

He is the best. Nice gentleman ‼️​@@saritamullins8294

[@AA-ud5eb]

He’s truly a lovely man, and he was the only media person who spoke up for the Princess of Wales during the unnecessary photoshop drama .

[@user-19867]

Happy birthday Prince William! Although you will be king one day your greatest treasure is your beautiful family.

[@barbarahansen626]

So agree.

[@lilij1915]

💯 so glad they all support eachother

[@QueenBee-gx4rp]

So well said and so true.

[@mabear9238]

Well said. ❤

[@nancydrew1102]

@@barbarahansen626 Isaiah 54:17 💛 A Gorgeous Family picture of well grounded children raised in a loving home environment, enjoying the simple things in life . Well done & Bravo to both parents!! Happiest of Birthdays 🎂 to Prince William, many happy returns. 🫶🏽🎂🎉🥳

[@Rob-yu1lw]

Our beautiful Catherine Princess of Wales is a remarkable woman, a loving wife and mother. We love her so much

[@Bianca-87]

She is a DIAMOND!! 😍😍🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️❤️

[@gretahorton1045]

Yes, we all love Catherine! They are a delightful family, Royal or not.

[@jessicaalbright7429]

It is stunning. She is a fantastic photographer and boo to people who feel the need to criticize everything and everyone as if their opinion is meaningful to anyone but their dark hearted selves.

[@cazzyuk8939]

Just been reading the comments after watching & posting mine to see that you & I had the same thought exactly - hear hear to you Jessica.

[@lilij1915]

I’m so glad the Wales give no energy to the trolls out there. They are focused on what counts 🦋

[@Polopony]

It's a fantastic picture. Sheer happiness. And what a fabulous childhood memory for those kids it will always embody.

Absolutely!!

[@PhascolarctosVU]

Wouldn’t it be great to have a picture like that of your own family on the wall to greet you when you came home! It would always make you smile.

[@waleriab.f394]

Bravo Princess Catherine, I love this photo ❤ Happy Birthday to Prince William 👑🎉❤

[@barbarahansen626]

Happy Birthday Prince William. It is a beautiful and wonderful picture. God bless Prince William and Princess Catherine and their family.

[@mabear9238]

Happy Birthday our amazing Prince ❤❤ love you, your beautiful wife ❤❤ and your beautiful children. ❤❤❤

[@starngwenya2982]

He should have cancelled his birthday to focus on Kates health

[@barbarahansen626]

I too absolutely love this picture. Happy Birthday to Prince William.

[@barbarahansen626]

@@starngwenya2982 How nasty can you be? Shame on you for posting such a nasty comment! Everyone has been praising this beautiful picture and you pop up like a nasty troll and start criticizing Prince William for not cancelling his birthday I quite sure Princess Catherine did not want him to cancel his birthday It probably gave her joy taking this picture and posting it online.

[@deborahlea5669]

Catherine is Brilliant! Money cannot buy happiness!

[@ayoitzgrant8120]

You're absolutely right. And money can't buy class. Happy birthday, HRH Prince William 🎂🎉

[@annetterussell2195]

Catherine shines, Meghan whines

[@avrilstock708]

Love Arthur's comments. Kind man

[@stellacarmella]

This photo will be shown for generations in the history books! Well done Catherine!

[@user-or4fe2sk3v]

As will many photos of this beautiful family, the recent balcony appearance, the Father's Day photo, etc.

[@m.g.3679]

The more PC is criticized, the more she shines. Ty to HM and to all the negative critics out there, thanks to them the Wales and RF are ever more respected

[@lilij1915]

Meg’s drama turned me into a fan of Catherine 🌸

[@pattydella4]

​@@lilij1915 Me, too. Meghan put herself next to Catherine and illustrated for us all the stark difference between a good, genuine person and a phony, manipulative person who is completely in love with herself.

[@Hanami1498]

MM, eat your heart out!! 😅😅

[@tlb2970]

Never liked the grifter 😮

[@paolalaitinen3432]

I am starting to believe that Megs was the best thing that could have happened to boost the popularity of the RF !!!! 🤡🤡

[@tracythomson2604]

It would appear that Prince William made a GREAT decision to Marry Princess Katherine!! She comes from a very stable/happy/loving family - and THIS same stable background has now been passed on to the ROYAL Family BRAVO!! Happy Birthday Prince William! Best wishes to ALL of you.

[@MKR5210]

Catherine sweetie....

[@lilij1915]

Catherine with a C 🌸🙏

[@bonnieabrs1003]

PWm won the lottery of life with PC! I remember seeing & hearing about his time with the Middletons. It was quite a surprise to Wm to witness the dynamics of a real family. Many things were a surprise to the Middletons as well. They were very much concerned about how to treat a royal in their ordinary household. They both got it right & the blend was instrumental in making Wm who he is today. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PRINCE 👑 ❤️🙏🏻🇺🇸🎂🎉🍾🥂WILLIAM

[@stardust4987]

Happy Birthday to Prince William! A beautiful photo by his wife Princess Catherine.

[@barbarahansen626]

so agree.

[@mabear9238]

❤❤❤

[@katdag2490]

Happy birthday 🎁 William!❤❤❤GOD bless you and your family ❤❤❤ The world is praying for Princess Catherine and her complete healing ❤

[@sc00bzuk]

And god bless Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet ❤️🙏🏾

[@joyceharwood3245]

​@@sc00bzukWho?

[@sc00bzuk]

@@joyceharwood3245 oh u know... Prince Harry... the guy u lot are moaning about daily lol. God bless him and his lovely family 😊

[@joyceharwood3245]

@@sc00bzuk Ah yes, the traitor and the duchess of dog food

[@Jodyw2525]

@@sc00bzukwhat family? There’s no proof of a family

Catherine, Princess of Wales the People's Princess is apparently still trending on twitter and for very good reasons! Wishing Prince William a Happy Birthday with his beautiful sweet family!!

[@WMeier-kd8hz]

She did a hattrick ( three goals in a row ) First the Trooping, than the fathersday picture and now this. I can hear screaming 😂 For a whole week Meghan was put to shame.

[@SoniaWeber-ds9nd]

I'm an American who loves and respects HRH Princess Catherine! Sending all my love and best wishes to her and lovely family.❤

[@megbreezy7543]

@@WMeier-kd8hz she was put to raspberry jam and dog biscuit pastures!

[@laurenmay2098]

I think the people's princess was Diana. She is dead, and Princess Catherine is her own person.

[@Caareenkm6726]

@@laurenmay2098well history later will describe Catherine!

[@saritamullins8294]

This photo is incredible. Congratulations to Princess Catherine. She is a great photographer.

[@desi4227]

I Love this so much! I’m glad she and William have taken charge of releasing photos of their family time🤗 The media really jumped on a mean bandwagon. They have to wait now. Serves them right! Team Wales!❤️🇺🇸

[@wendysing9741]

Yes, serves them right for being so nasty towards Catherine, The Princess of Wales.

[@Kari_B61ex]

It's a fabulous photo showing a happy, relaxed, fun-loving family! I'm so pleased it got the Arthur seal of approval.

[@jkk2023]

Well said Mr. Edwards, your kindness comes across, thank you. This is a beautiful picture taken with a loving mother’s eye.

[@wendydavies1481]

What a lovely, kind and generous man Arthur is. And what a fabulous photo!!!

[@eleanoregirlie]

Such a beautiful photo! Happy birthday, Prince William!

[@milliemoo8207]

What a delightful gentleman Arthur Edward is, he is a living legend. ❤️🇬🇧

[@Drowsydoll2000]

Happy Birthday William POW🎉🎉🎉

[@Betafish333]

Coming from a royal professional photographer is so delightful to hear his opinion ❤

[@dinatekno]

Anyone that spends energy on negative comments regarding this photo has no joy in them. At all.

[@videoshorts5666]

The best photo ever! What an awesome family! Love love love the Wales Family.

[@cazzyuk8939]

I think especially as they look care free - that's all you want for the family at this time.

[@userMelC]

That is a genuine photo of a very loving and close knit family. Prince William is first and foremost, a husband to Princess Catherine, and father to their three wonderful children. I am so impressed by the Wales' family. Wishing Prince William a Very Happy Birthday!

[@user-wv7us1oq9c]

I just love this family. They are such an inspiration to all

[@msjannd4]

Yes, they are! Nothing but joy when I see them! 🥰

[@richard9215]

Beautiful family inside and out, great photo happy birthday Prince William.

[@lyndaf.5604]

Thank you Arthur Edwards for your kind words about Catherine, Princess of Wales’ photograph. I’m sure your support will cheer her as she continues her recovery. We all thought it was a beautiful picture, but to have a professional praise her work is a huge compliment and a very kind gesture from you to post this.

[@sclady4816]

What a beautiful picture of the Prince of Wales and those precious children! ❤

[@jacquelinesmith9308]

Fantastic!!! Happy Birthday Prince William! So proud Princess Catherine has taken control of what pictures are printed of her Family!! Such a beautiful Talented Lady.

[@velvethoot4507]

What an absolutely wonderful capture. Showing everything a real mother & father should be doing with their children. Princess Catherine is one talented lady, mother and true Royal.

[@FernandaU24EVER]

42 and looks like a kid himself! Happy Birthday and congratulations on your beautiful family. George looks so lovely and will be very tall indeed 💛

[@shady-381]

He is a big kid when he is with his family.

[@berniemckenna3487]

Arthur Edwards you are a wonderful man ❤

[@FernandaU24EVER]

Arthur is very lovely indeed ❤️

[@jeannelowe480]

Just let me say this Mr,Edwards you Sir are a Very lovely generous Man !! The Princess of wales must be very proud of hearing your Kind words ,,about her photo shots !, Arthur you do your Country proud ! Thank you for all your beautiful photos of the Royal Family !

[@margaretmaddern5443]

Lovely photo of a father with his children having fun, they've had a horrible time so far this year, so it's nice to see them enjoying their time at the beach & that their mother was well enough to go with them

[@JumpAndStretch]

Stunning photo. I love how Catherine has taken charge of the last two photos and also spoken directly to people, combining a photo of her in the woods with her message of not yet being out of the woods. Seems like she’s giving media outlets what they want while demonstrating how professional, skilled and experienced she is herself.

[@kimoreilly7999]

Beautiful picture of their beautiful family, happy birthday YRH Prince William prince of wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@berniemckenna3487]

Happy Birthday Prince William our future King 🍾🎈🇬🇧

[@JenO-ut1vn]

Nice to see a genuine photo of a healthy vibrant family having fun at the beach. Prince William and his family are so down to earth. Beautiful family♥️

[@user-nl5wh9xu6t]

Happy Birthday, Prince William. Princess Catherine, you are awesome! Your photo is spectacular! 🎉❤

[@desilanni8144]

My heart goes.out to her.She is a decent human being and is loved by all who knows her.

[@suzannemccoy9610]

Happy Birthday Prince William. Great picture Princess Catherine.🎉👍🎂

[@WriterHistoricalWriter]

This photo made me smile so much. It showed a man (not a prince) enjoying time with his beloved children. Arthur, thank you for your continued support of Catherine. I'm sure your comments meanna great deal to her.

[@mbj-uo8lt]

I'm so proud of Princess Catherine!! Such great inner (and outer) strength, radiance, beauty, courage, and loyalty. I absolutely adore her!! ❤🌹 And happy birthday to Prince William, you can see how much he loves his children and how close their family is. Gorgeous! 💞🎉

[@marionfischer5927]

I love Arthur Edwards, he is such a wonderful Gentleman with a wonderful soul!❤

[@cazzyuk8939]

Isn't it good to hear someone saying lovely things about the Wales family and Cathrerine's talent - so much nicer than tearing people down & being negative. Lovely man and that picture .. just Wow!!

[@user-sy6fj2bm1z]

I just love all the praise that Arthur gives this beautiful family of The Wales’ he just couldn’t express how proud he was of this lovely family. Thank you Arthur. You are the Best.

[@janetharry3621]

The best photo yet of Prince William and their Children. Amazing. Definitely one to put in a frame alongside other photos 😊

[@joanwick5628]

I can’t stop smiling when I look at this fabulous picture! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@andjenloveflowers620]

A fabulous photo! Catherine is a superb photographer ❤ Happy Birthday Prince William👑🎂🥳🎉

[@emnaparan]

Happy Birthday Princes William of Wales. What an incredible picture taken by Princes Catherine of Wales. Awesome.

[@dianakent8393]

Wow that is a fabulous picture. Princess Catherine is amazing. Happy Birthday Prince William ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@kimclarke5018]

Isn’t that just the most wonderful picture. Well done POW Catherine.

[@martinadegregoris9847]

The most beautiful shining pic i have ever seen!!!! Lovely!!

[@kevinpoole6122]

My God, the Princess of Wales is indeed the Jewel in the Crown! Happy Birthday to the Prince of Wales!!! And God bless the entire Wales Family! 🙏

[@rosemariebrautigam-smith9630]

I love this picture that Princess Catherine has taken of her family for Prince William birthday.❤ Happy Birthday Princes William 🎉❤

[@JennieTecau-cp2fs]

The Princess of. Wales. Is so talented in so many ways. She is absolutely fantastic.

[@helengunter378]

Happy birthday to Prince William 🎉❤ I love this picture ❤

[@Margaret-ud6qb]

What a-wonderful photo. Happy birthday Prince William. A truly happy beautiful family.

[@bronwenodendaal6227]

Exquisite photo Princess Catherine! 😍👌🏻 Happy birthday Prince William 🥳 I just love this happy family 💕💝

[@kbrrr3129]

Your absolutely right. Beautiful family that shows what a family should be and could be for you see the caring love and respect between them all.

[@crunchydragon2025]

What a gorgeous shot. Meghan must be choking on her jam.

[@sallyire1]

Ha, now that was perfect!!

[@hettykromdijk2910]

No maybe on a dog biscuit.

[@Lavendanlace]

Thank you Arthur for your professional generosity and acknowledging Catherine's talent and her lovely family

[@bethwhite6235]

Thank you, Princess Catherine and Prince William for sharing your beautiful family with the world! My God bless and keep you safe! XO ❤

[@dianevetter4260]

Lovely comment. This man is a real gentleman ! Bravo !

[@katw5590]

It’s an amazing photo that shows everyone’s personalities.

[@tennesseenana4838]

I understand that Princess Catherine took that picture and the other one on the beach of their backs about a month or so ago when they were there. Family vacation memory pictures. Then they were chosen for Fathers' Day and Prince William's birthday 'cards'. Princess Catherine succeeds at everything she does. Have a wonderful and joyful birthday Prince William!

[@gretahorton1045]

Catherine is a wonderful wife, mother and a talented lady with a camera! We wish you well,

[@reginadennington4201]

Happy Birthday William Prince of wWales. Love to you and your beautiful family!!!!

[@imeldahiggins-wiffle8302]

The beach pics were awesome!!! The pic with their backs to the camera is really great too...they will all cherish those pictures forever.

[@ST-wo3uw]

What a fun, fabulous photo!! The Wales family is just so lovely! 🥰

[@MicheleTerry-xe7zp]

Beautiful parents, beautiful family!

[@airsouthwestfan]

Im an amateur photographer just like Princess Kate. If I could take an image a fraction as good as this, id be incredibly happy! Well done Princess Kate and Happy Birthday Prince William xx

[@user-mk4xd6nt6f]

A great happy photo of William and their children ❤

[@tlb2970]

To the haters and MSM eat your heart out. Awesome picture and an awesome family. Happy birthday prince of Wales. ❤🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@sunnydavidson297]

What a physically fit family. The only way you know that William isn't one of the children is he's so much taller than the others.

[@ElisabethChytil-hw4fs]

😊😊

[@PrairyLilly]

❤ happy birthday, love, light and blessings to HRH our wonderful Prince of Wales ❤

[@doorschick89]

Catherine is a joyous woman. She takes photographs, that bring us joy. Everything she does, is with grace, and love.

[@user-oo6ef4ho4r]

Amazing photo, lots amd smile and happiness, Happy Birthday Prince William

[@jerig2820]

They look like such a happy, loving family!! And Catherine's talent with a camera is unbelievable!! Love this family❤❤❤❤❤

[@rula9589]

Adorable picture,Happy Birthday Prince William ❤

[@margaretmaddern5443]

Happy birthday Prince William hope have a great day xx

[@arnettetopian7743]

Bravo, Princess Catherine!! Priceless photo! What an amazing photographer, mother, wife, and lady! God be with you and your beloved family each step of your life!!

[@Mylassiexx]

Fabulous picture. Well done, Princess Catherine. Happy birthday, Prince William 🎉🥳

[@heatherlyle5356]

What a great picture. Happy birthday, Prince William 🎉🎉❤

[@wendylawson7128]

Wonderful family Happy Birthday Prince William

[@jojoellensohn3513]

Happiest of happy birthdays Prince William - this photo is just THE bestest ever 🥰🌺💯🏆

[@aiqueenla2786]

Beautiful photo! Happy Birthday! Wish the family with happiness and best health!

[@tracythomson2604]

Fabulous Picture!!

[@user-kj3nl2xp4z]

Fabulous photograph, and well said Mr Edwards...👏👏👏👏

[@user-sy6fj2bm1z]

Brilliantly Crafted . Great Job Princess Catherine. Beautiful.

[@EmmaAgtu]

Beautiful family of the prince and princess of WALES..❤

[@idagenova7519]

I love this so much! Greetings and happy birthday to Prince William from New Jersey, USA.

[@millybug1019]

what a wonderful photo they look so energetic

[@rachelmcdonough5459]

A fabulous picture & Mr Edward’s joy at describing it says so much . Thank you