Inside William’s ‘Modern’ Birthday Message

On Jan. 9, Kensington Palace shared a new portrait of Kate in honor of her 43rd birthday. Along with the casual photo was a heartfelt message from her husband, William. “To the most incredible wife and mother. The strength you’ve shown over the last year has been remarkable,” he wrote. “George, Charlotte, Louis and I are so proud of you. Happy Birthday, Catherine. We love you.” Royal historian Marlene Koenig notes the personal caption was “so sweet” as it was a departure for William, who typically lets his office handle social media. Author Robert Hardman tells Us the prince’s post speaks to Kate’s identity. “First and foremost, she’s a wife and mother, not a princess,” he says. “It wasn’t a commissioned portrait with a royal crest. This is a modern…

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