As Prince William celebrates his birthday this weekend (21 June), nobody can forget one surprising balcony moment from Kate Middleton during a royal celebration last year.
Balcony appearances from the royal family are very few and far between throughout the course of the year.
Only special occasions call for 'the firm' to get together on the famous Buckingham palace viewpoint, and wave to supporters.
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Unfortunately, Prince William's birthday isn't a time where the family would traditionally do it.
However, we did get our fill of balcony appearances last weekend, for Trooping the Colour, in celebration of the King's official birthday.
Meanwhile, William was seen arriving at the Royal Ascot without his wife, who pulled out of the occasion this morning (18 June) in an attempt to strike the right balance as she resumes public-facing duties.
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However, the mum-of-three made a surprising comment during a key royal event in 2024 - and it was all to do with her husband's facial hair.
During London's annual Remembrance Sunday ceremony, Kate was spotted on one of the palace's several balconies alongside Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh.
And according to human behaviour expert Nicola Hickling, she is a huge fan of William's rugged look, telling The Sun that she spotted Kate and Sophie gossiping about his beard during the procession.
Apparently, one moment saw Sophie ask Kate about William's rather hairy aesthetic, asking, 'What, you like a beard?', to which Kate was reportedly seen admitting: "I find it quite rousing."
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Hicking claims Sophie then responded laughing, 'You're all better now', to which Kate also began giggling.
But it wasn't just Kate that was a fan of the new look, which he has seemingly kept in 2025.
One wrote at the time: "William with a tan and a beard!!!!"
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Another said, 'You both look amazing!!!!! Love the scruff W!!! Catherine you look stunning!!', and a third added: "Great to Catherine again, and William unshaved haha, it’s been years since we’ve seen that, what a sight!"
One thing is certain - his birthday celebrations will not top last year's, when he was dancing the night away at the Era's tour show at Wembley Arena with his son, Prince George, 11, and his daughter, Princess Charlotte, 10.
The royals were invited to Taylor Swift's show, and also got to go back stage to meet the superstar and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce.
Topics: Royal Family, Kate Middleton, Prince William
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