Kate Middleton and Prince William Spark Big Butterfly Count in Heartfelt George Tribute
Get ready, this is BIG. When Kate Middleton and Prince William unveiled their latest Big Butterfly Count challenge on July 18, they reignited a cherished memory of their son Prince George’s very first royal engagement. In a short video posted across their official social media accounts, the royal couple urged followers to devote just 15 minutes in any green space before August 10 to spot and record butterflies. “From now until 10th August, join thousands across the UK in spotting and recording butterflies to help protect these vital pollinators,” the caption read, pointing fans to @savebutterflies for more details.
Although George, now 10, was not featured in the clip, the fluttering insects hold a special place in his early history. In July 2014, just three months after his debut at his first public engagement, William and Kate brought baby George to the Sensational Butterflies exhibition at London’s Natural History Museum. Photographs by royal photographer John Stillwell captured the young prince’s delight as he bravely reached out to gently touch the colorful wings. Those images later heralded his first birthday celebration on July 22 of that year, cementing the butterfly motif as a sweet family symbol.
Fast forward to mid-July 2024, and the siblings Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince George took center stage at Wimbledon’s gentlemen’s singles final on July 13. George coordinated with his father in a smart dark blue suit while Charlotte complemented her mother in a white dress with navy accents. The duo beat the summer heat with matching fans as they cheered on. After Jannik Sinner triumphed over Carlos Alcaraz, Charlotte presented three tennis balls to the 23-year-old champion, making sure to secure an extra signed ball for younger brother Prince Louis, 7. Kate joked “Thank you so much, that’s really kind,” as William piped up, “Louis would be very upset otherwise.”
The royal family’s momentum continues with more headlines. On the eve of her 78th birthday, Queen Camilla made history when she was appointed Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom, becoming the first woman to receive the honorary title at the sovereign’s pleasure, nominated by First Sea Lord Sir Gwyn Jenkins. Meanwhile, Kensington Palace confirmed that Kate Middleton withdrew from her planned appearance at Royal Ascot just hours before the event. The palace explained she remains focused on finding the right balance of public duties following her recent cancer battle. And in legal news, Prince Harry’s appeal to restore his full security provisions in the UK was dismissed by the High Court on May 2, marking the end of his bid for enhanced protection after stepping back from frontline royal duties in 2021.
Now take these royal revelations and let them inspire your next big move. Remember, every small action—like counting butterflies—can make a massive difference!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! Online, NBC News
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