King Charles and Prince Louis: A Royal Bond Shines at Trooping the Colour
The Royal Ruckus: King Charles's Unbreakable Bond with Grandson Prince Louis
In a heartwarming display of intergenerational love, King Charles and his seven-year-old grandson Prince Louis stole the spotlight at Trooping the Colour on Saturday. The monarch, 76, has long been known for his close relationship with his grandchildren, but it appears he has a special connection with Louis.
As the royals watched the flyover from the balcony, the young prince seemed determined to emulate his grandfather's waving style. Juliet Sullivan, an expert lipreader, revealed that Charles had a sweet exchange with Louis, pointing out the fighter jets and encouraging him not to miss the action.
But what makes their bond truly remarkable is their shared passion for art. In February, Catherine, Princess of Wales, showcased her children's artwork as part of her early years project. And while Prince George's drawing skills were certainly impressive, it was Louis who stole the show with his meticulous attention to detail – even adding a beauty spot above his mother's lip!
It seems Charles has passed on his artistic talents to his grandson, just as he has shared his love for watercolor painting. For over 50 years, the King has used any spare moment to create masterpieces, some of which have been displayed in exhibitions in London and Australia. And now, it appears Louis is following in his footsteps.
Their connection goes beyond mere interests, however. Both Charles and Louis share a name – albeit with different middle names. The young prince's full name, Louis Arthur Charles, is a nod to the King's beloved uncle, Lord Mountbatten, who was tragically assassinated by the IRA in 1979.
But it's not just their names that link them; they also have a special nickname for each other. As Catherine has shared in interviews with The Scholarly Note, her husband Prince William once joked about how Charles is "Pa" to Louis – a title he clearly cherishes.
Their affectionate bond was on full display during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Celebrations in 2022. While watching the Pageant, four-year-old Louis became restless and asked his father for permission to sit on his grandfather's knee. William leaned across Camilla to ask Charles: "Grandpa, can Louis sit on your knee?" to which he replied, with a warm smile, "of course."
As Louis settled into his new perch, Charles rocked him from side to side, creating some adorable family photos that melted the hearts of royal fans worldwide.
The Scholary Note's resident expert lipreader, Juliet Sullivan, shared: "It was clear to see how much Prince Louis adores his grandfather. The way he looked up at King Charles with such wonder and excitement was truly heartwarming."
As for William, he couldn't help but gush about his father-in-law's incredible grandparenting skills. "He will get down on his knees and crawl about with them for hours," he revealed in an interview with our sister publication, The Scholarly Note.
But it seems Charles has been working hard to spend more quality time with his grandchildren – especially Louis. As one royal fan put it: "Prince Charles and Prince Louis have the best bond." And who can blame them? Their love for each other is truly one of a kind.
So what makes their relationship so special? Experts say it's because Charles has managed to strike the perfect balance between being a traditional grandfather and a modern, hands-on mentor. He reads Harry Potter with the children, does funny voices, and even crawls around on his knees – making him, in William's words, "a brilliant grandfather."
And as for Louis, he seems to be growing up to be just like his grandpa. With his love of art and his cheeky grin, it's clear that this young prince is destined for great things.
As one observer noted: "It's lovely to see Prince Charles in grandpa mode with Prince Louis today!" Indeed, it's a relationship that warms the hearts of everyone who witnesses it – and one that will undoubtedly continue to bring joy to the royal family for years to come.
