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Emma Shacklock

Kate Middleton marks 44th birthday by breaking royal tradition as she reflects on 'what it means to be alive'

Catherine, Princess of Wales during a visit to Ardura Community Forest on April 30, 2025 in Ardura, Isle of Mull, Scotland.

We’ve come to expect the Princess of Wales’s birthday to be marked by Prince William and their children by releasing a special photo on social media, however this year things were done a little differently. Steering away from this tradition, Kate took the reins and shared a video paying tribute to nature.

Although she didn’t mention her 44th birthday, it’s clear that Kate’s in a reflective mood and this often comes with turning another year older. At first watch it’s a beautiful nod to winter, but in light of all she’s been through in recent years, it takes on special significance.

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