Prince William, Kate Middleton share rare family photo with 3 kids to mark 15th wedding anniversary

‘Celebrating 15 years of marriage,’ the royal couple simple captioned the photo shared on social media.
Kate Middleton and Prince William marked 15th anniversary with rare glimpse into family life (Heathcliff O'Malley - WPA Pool/Getty Images)
Kate Middleton and Prince William marked 15th anniversary with rare glimpse into family life (Heathcliff O'Malley - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Prince William and Kate Middleton are marking 15 years of marriage. The couple, who wed in a widely public 2011 royal ceremony, celebrated the milestone by sharing a natural and candid family photo featuring their children. Interestingly, all five family members are seen barefoot in the image, something not often seen in the royal family.

Millions around the world watched the Prince and Princess of Wales take the vows on April 29, 2011, at Westminster Abbey. It marked a new and modern phase for the monarchy. The anniversary post gave fans a rare look at their family life and showed that their relationship is still strong.

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 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge watch from the Royal Box as Novak Djokovic of Serbia wins against Jannik Sinner of Italy during their Men's Singles Quarter Final match on day nine of The Championships Wimbledon 2022 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 05, 2022 in London, England (Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Prince William and Kate Middleton mark 15th anniversary with rare glimpse into family life

The snapshot, posted on the Prince and Princess of Wales Instagram account, shows the couple cuddled up with their three children, Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, who just turned 8, as they spend time together in a sunny meadow.

All five lie side by side on the grass, barefoot and dressed in easy summer outfits, smiling as they enjoy the sunshine. Prince William keeps it simple in a T shirt and shorts, matching Prince George’s casual look.

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Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and his new bride Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge walk down the aisle followed by best man Prince Harry and Maid of Honour Pippa Middleton at the close of their wedding ceremony at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England (Clara Molden - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Prince Louis wears a similar outfit, while Princess Charlotte pairs a T shirt in a matching tone with black shorts. Meanwhile, Princess Kate stands out in a white strap top and white trousers. The family is joined by their dog, Orla, an English black cocker spaniel, and a new puppy from her litter.

The photo is taken from above and captures a relaxed, intimate moment as they squint slightly in the bright sun. Fans quickly filled the comments with congratulatory messages as they marked the couple’s milestone anniversary.

What did Prince William and Kate Middleton do for their 14th anniversary?

For their 14th wedding anniversary, Prince William and Princess Kate chose to return to a place that means a lot to them. The couple first met while studying at University of St Andrews in the early 2000s.

To mark the occasion, they spent two days in Scotland with a mix of official duties and personal moments. Their visit included time in the scenic Isle of Mull and Isle of Iona, where they connected with local communities while also revisiting meaningful memories.

This year’s 15th anniversary is expected to be more low-key. Attention is currently focused on King Charles III and Queen Camilla, who are on an important visit to the United States. The royal couple traveled from the United Kingdom to Washington, DC, for a four-day state visit aimed at strengthening ties between the two countries.

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