Royals
His Majesty the King is also a proud “Pa.”
When Queen Elizabeth passed away in early September, there was a big shift in the royal family when it comes to names and titles. Especially for her oldest son and heir Prince Charles, who became King Charles and the new monarch at the age of 73 years old. While the rest of the world now refers to him as His Majesty the King, there are five little people out there who still just see him as “Pa.” His grandchildren. And judging from the joy on his face whenever he is photographed with them, I suspect he wouldn’t have it any other way.
King Charles is grandfather, or “Pa” as his grandchildren call him, to the three Wales children, 9-year-old Prince George, 7-year-old Princess Charlotte, and 4-year-old Prince Louis, who live close to him at their new home of Adelaide Cottage in Windsor. He is also grandfather to the two children of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, 3-year-old Archie and 1-year-old Lilibet, who live with their parents in California.
While his duties as King will certainly see him get busier, it seems certain he will try to find time to spend with his grandchildren. How could he not? They’re awfully adorable.
Seeing Things Through Prince George’s Eyes
Prince George made his debut on the balcony of Buckingham Palace in 2015, and King Charles was clearly getting a kick out of him.
Teaching Prince George The (Polo) Ropes
A lifelong polo player, King Charles had a lot to teach Prince George at his dad’s polo match in 2015.
Other Side Of The Balcony, Same Focus
In 2017, King Charles might have been on the other side of the balcony from his grandchildren for the Trooping the Colour. But he was clearly keeping his eye on them.
Say “Cheese”
King Charles kept Prince George and Princess Charlotte entertained on the balcony of Buckingham Palace at the Trooping the Colour in 2015.
Helping The Grandkids Stay Entertained
It’s tough for the royal kids to stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace and behave, and in 2018 King Charles looked to be trying to help the grandchildren stay focused. And entertained.
Prince Louis Always Makes His Pa Smile
Prince Louis seemed to bond with King Charles at Buckingham Palace in 2019.
Always Time For A Laugh With The Kids
At Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022, King Charles was having a great time with his grandkids on the balcony. As usual.
Chilling Out Together
At the Platinum Jubilee, 4-year-old Prince Louis stole the show with his antics. But he calmed right down when he found his way to King Charles.
Taking The Heirs To Church
The walk to St. Mary’s Church on Christmas morning from Sandringham is a tradition for the royals, and King Charles was there to walk with Prince George and Princess Charlotte when they did their inaugural walk in 2019.
Wherever he goes, Prince Charles will always be a special Pa to five little people. Here’s hoping the whole family gets together sometime in the near future.