Prince George of Wales, also known as George Alexander Louis, is a British royal born in London on 22 July 2013. He is second in line to the British throne and is known for his ceremonial appearances at major royal occasions.
Infancy
George was born at 4:24 p.m. on 22 July 2013 at St Mary's Hospital in London. His birth was announced through a press release and a traditional easel displayed outside Buckingham Palace, while celebrations took place across the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms.
His name was announced as George Alexander Louis on 24 July 2013. His christening took place on 23 October 2013 in the Chapel Royal at St James's Palace, conducted by the archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby.
Official appearances
George made his first royal tour appearance in 2014, when he accompanied a visit to New Zealand and Australia. He later appeared at the Trooping the Colour parade and took part in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022.
He attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral in September 2022 and served as a page of honour at King Charles III's coronation on 6 May 2023. He began flying lessons in September 2024 and is due to attend Eton College from September 2026.
Public image
Clothing and other products associated with George have often sold out, a phenomenon known as the "Prince George effect". The term reflects the attention surrounding his public appearances and influence on children's fashion.
Title and styles
George's official title is "His Royal Highness Prince George of Wales". He was previously styled "His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge".
Quick facts
- George's birth was announced with a traditional easel displayed outside Buckingham Palace.
- His name was announced as George Alexander Louis on 24 July 2013.
- George was christened by the archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, at the Chapel Royal in St James's Palace.
- He made his first royal tour appearance in New Zealand and Australia in 2014.
- George served as a page of honour at King Charles III's coronation on 6 May 2023.
- He began flying lessons in September 2024.
- George is due to attend Eton College from September 2026.
- The influence of George's public appearances on children's fashion has been called the "Prince George effect".
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