The Prince of Wales was born into the royal spotlight 66 years ago.
The first in line to the throne has grown from a cheeky child, to a loving dad, and now a doting grandfather to cute Prince George.
Charles, who is known for his quick wit and passion for charity, is a family man and a popular royal.
On this birthday, we look back at Charles’s life in pictures.
Prince Charles celebrates his 66th birthday today.
The Queen presents a baby Prince Charles following his christening in 1948.
Prince Charles playing as a child in 1950.
A very bored looking young Charles at his mother’s coronation in 1953.
Prince Charles poses at Buckingham Palace in 1957.
Prince Charles in his colonel in chief uniform in 1969.
Charles and Diana pose following their engagement announcement in 1981.
Leaving St Mary’s Hospital with baby Prince William in 1982.
Family portraits with William and baby Harry, 1985.
Charles and Diana in 1992, before their separation.
Prince Charles and Camilla following their wedding in 2005.
Charles, William and Harry attend a memorial service for Diana in 2007.
With the Queen at the 2009 Chelsea Flower Show.
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