On June 15, 2025, Kate Middleton shared a heartfelt Father’s Day tribute to Prince William on their shared Instagram account, featuring two new photos that highlighted his playful side. The first photo showed William posing with their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, while the second captured the family laughing together on the ground, offering a candid glimpse into their close-knit dynamic.

Unlike previous years, Kate did not take the photos herself, breaking from tradition; they were captured by photographer Josh Shinner. The post, captioned “Happy Father’s Day, Papa” and signed by the children, emphasized William’s dedication to fatherhood, which he has described as his “biggest life-changing moment.” This tribute came a day after the family’s appearance at Trooping the Colour and shortly before William’s 43rd birthday on June 21, making it a significant moment for the Wales family.