As Prince George, the second-in-line to the British throne, celebrates his 11th birthday tomorrow, his mother Kate Middleton is determined to make the day as memorable as possible despite her ongoing cancer treatment.
The young prince, poised on the cusp of his teenage years, is set to enjoy a special celebration prepared by the Duchess of Cambridge. Kate, who has been undergoing treatment this year, is known for her heartwarming birthday tradition.
Each year, she spends the eve of her children's birthdays baking a special cake for them, a ritual she revealed during a 2019 BBC special, "A Berry Royal Christmas," where she and Prince William joined renowned baking expert Mary Berry.
Kate's tradition involves staying up late into the night, long after her children have gone to bed, to create a custom birthday cake.
She described her love for baking to Mary Berry, saying, "I love making the cake. It's become a bit of a tradition that I stay up 'til midnight with ridiculous amounts of cake mix and icing and I make far too much. But I love it."
This year, as George turns 11, Kate's dedication to this tradition is expected to continue, providing a sense of normalcy and joy for her children during a challenging time for the family.
Prince George's birthday follows a week after he joined his father, Prince William, at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin to support England in their Euro 2024 final against Spain. The match, which saw Gareth Southgate's team fall short of ending a 58-year wait for a major men's trophy, marked one of George's recent public appearances alongside his father.
Despite the personal challenges faced by the royal family, Kate's unwavering commitment to her children remains evident, underscoring the strength and resilience she brings to her role as a mother and duchess.
