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Prince George turns 13: Kensington Palace releases official portrait marking his milestone birthday with dignified royal celebration.
Kensington Palace released a photograph marking Prince George’s 13th birthday, published on social media with the message “Happy 13th birthday, George!” and a party popper emoji. The image was taken at Kensington Palace last month immediately after the Trooping the Colour ceremony by photographer Matt Porteous.
George, the elder son of the Prince and Princess of Wales, is second in line to the throne. This year he turns 13 and will begin secondary school in September, joining Eton College as a boarder.
He previously attended Lambrook School in Berkshire with his sister Charlotte and brother Louis. In recent months George has accompanied senior royals to public events, including the Trooping the Colour parade in June and appearances at the Wimbledon championships.
The palace issued an official birthday photograph and message on social media. The photo credit is given to Matt Porteous and the image was taken at Kensington Palace following the Trooping the Colour ceremony. The announcement notes George’s age, his place in the line of succession and his upcoming transition to Eton College as a boarder.