Princess Charlotte once again stole the spotlight during the royal family’s traditional Christmas Day walk — and broke royal protocol for the second consecutive year. The 10-year-old princess paused to take a selfie with a well-wisher, a gesture that prompted a gentle nudge from her father, Prince William.
Charlotte Stops for a Selfie, Prompting William’s Reaction
The Wales children — Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis — joined Prince William and Kate Middleton on their annual walk to St. Mary Magdalene Church on the Sandringham estate. As they greeted crowds gathered along the route, Charlotte lingered behind after being asked for a photo.
In a TikTok video shared by an onlooker, a fan asked the princess, “Can we have a photo with you?” Charlotte replied, “Yes,” walked over for the picture, and momentarily fell behind the family procession. Prince William was then heard calling out, “Charlotte!” to which she answered, “I’m coming,” before hurrying to rejoin the group.
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The moment echoed her 2024 holiday walk, when she took another selfie with a fan — a notable break from traditional royal protocol that once discouraged casual photos with members of the monarchy.
A Mini Style Tribute to Kate Middleton
Charlotte’s appearance also drew attention for its striking similarity to one of her mother’s earliest royal looks. She wore a taupe Catherine Walker coat with dark brown trim — nearly identical to the coat Kate wore during her first official Christmas walk more than a decade ago.
Charlotte paired the coat with a bright red dress and brown tights, completing a polished, classic look reminiscent of the Princess of Wales’s own early royal style. Observers praised her confidence and composure as she greeted well-wishers along the route.
Louis Receives a Sweet Gift and George Chats About Princess Diana
While Charlotte made headlines for her protocol-breaking moment, her brothers also delighted the crowd.
Prince Louis, 7, was seen receiving a giant chocolate egg, looking visibly thrilled as Prince William and Charlotte watched with equally amused expressions.
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Meanwhile, 12-year-old Prince George engaged in a thoughtful conversation with a passerby about his late grandmother, Princess Diana, offering a rare glimpse into his growing maturity and sense of royal history.
Selfie Rules Are Evolving for the New Generation
Historically, royals avoided selfies — a rule observed during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, who believed they disrupted meaningful interaction. In recent years, however, the younger generation has softened the stance.
Prince William himself posed for a viral selfie with Taylor Swift alongside George and Charlotte at the Eras Tour this year, signaling a modern shift toward accessibility and social engagement.
A Sign of Changing Times Within the Royal Family
Charlotte’s willingness to stop for fans — and her comfort doing so — suggests that some traditional boundaries may continue to evolve as the next generation steps into the public eye.
Her charming protocol-breaking moment once again captured the internet’s attention, reinforcing her growing reputation as one of the most relatable and confident young members of the royal family. Stay tuned to InvestRecords.com for more updates on the royal family and global entertainment news.
