It’s hard to believe it was a year ago that millions around the world were waiting anxiously to hear the news of the arrival of a future King or Queen.
The Duchess of Cambridge was admitted to St Mary’s Hospital in London during the early stages of labour on July 22, 2013. As the world’s media descended on the streets outside the hospital, Kate gave birth to George Alexander Louis at 4.24pm. The third in line to the throne weighed a healthy 8 pounds 6 ounces (3.80 kg).
His Royal Highness was christened in October last year and has been present at numerous public engagements since then. His first was a playdate on April 9 at Government House, Wellington, New Zealand during the Royal Tour.
Over the past 12 months, the world has watched him grow into a cute and cheeky toddler. He is often photographed pulling faces, arms outstretched playing with toys and crawling away from his mother, Kate.
Let’s take a look back at Prince George’s magic milestones and his best moments to celebrate his first birthday!
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge show off their newborn son to the world.
Leaving hospital with his mum and dad, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
His first official portrait. William, Kate and baby George with Lupo last July.
Proud parents the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and baby Prince George with his gorgeous chubby cheeks.
Prince George is carried by Kate at his christening with Uncle Harry in the background.
The cheeky royal at his christening.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince George earlier this year. Photography by Jason Bell.
The little Prince gets excited to meet the furry friend named after him.
George wriggles in his mother’s arms as he’s surrounded by attention.
Prince George is transfixed by a bilby at Taronga Zoo.
Father and son look at each other during photo opportunities at Taronga Zoo.
The little Prince accepts a gift and moments later throws it on the ground.
Cuddling up to his mum at one of his first public appearances.
Chewing on his mother’s hair.
George at his play day in New Zealand.
George makes a friend.
George happily plays in front of snapping cameras.
Talking with the babies at his play date on the New Zealand leg of the Royal tour.
The Royal family arriving in New Zealand.
Dressed in a cardigan as he leaves New Zealand.
Stepping onto Australian soil for the first time.
George looks preoccupied with the bouquet of Australian wild flowers.
The baby heir receives a gift of a giant wombat from Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove.
Excited to have landed in NZ.
Prince William and Duchess Catherine wave goodbye. Photo: Media Mode
George wasn’t happy leaving Australia.
George, who turns one on Tuesday, enjoyed time at his father’s polo match, crawling away from his mum.
Prince George walks unaided during a visit to the “Sensational Butterflies” outdoor exhibition.
Prince William, Kate and Prince George pictured at the Natural History Museum. Picture: John Stillwell
The royal family enjoy some time together. Picture: John Stillwell
Prince George graces the cover of our April issue.
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