Princess Charlotte’s Cutest Moments

As she turns eight, we take a look back at her most iconic moments...

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by grazia |
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And just like that, our Princess is all grown up!

Celebrating her eighth birthday with a sweet portrait take by none other than her mum, Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte showed off her cheeky grin as she celebrated another year around the sun.

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Princess Charlotte is now eight years old - and what a remarkable life she's already had. We look back at those important memories and milestones, from her first public appearance to her first word. And there's some seriously impressive posing along the way...

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Princes Charlotte's birth

Princess Charlotte of Cambridge (Charlotte Elizabeth Diana) was born 2 May 2015 at St Mary's Hospital, London - the birthplace of her big brother Prince George (born 22 July 2013) and her father Prince William. Less than 10 hours after giving birth to Princess Charlotte, the Princess of Wales (then Duchess of Cambridge) was pictured with Prince William on the steps of the Lindo Wing at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, looking radiant and overjoyed with their baby daughter.

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Princess Charlotte's christening

Princess Charlotte was christened on 5 July by the Archbishop of Canterbury at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Sandringham. It was the first time the family were pictured as a four.

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Family skiing trip in the Alps

In March 2016, the Prince and Princess of Wales took then two-year-old Prince George and ten-month-old Princess Charlotte on their first ski holiday in the Alpine village of Courchevel. They invited just one photographer to accompany them on the trip, who took some adorable shots of the family.

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First official photos

On 1 May, ahead of her first birthday, the Royal Family released photographs of Princess Charlotte, who looked precious. A statement from Kensington Palace read: 'The Duke and Duchess are very happy to be able to share these important family moments and hope that everyone enjoys these lovely photos as much as they do.'

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Trooping the Colour

On 11 June 2016, Princess Charlotte and Prince George looked adorable when watching the world-renowned military parade to mark the official 90th birthday of HM the Queen.Trooping the Colour was officially Princess Charlotte's first public appearance.

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The Royal Tour of Canada

Princess Charlotte and Prince George joined their parents on the Canadian Royal Tour in September 2016, and there were big smiles when they arrived.

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While in Canada, Princess Charlotte and her brother Prince George enjoyed a fun-filled day at what looked like the best children's party ever, complete with a pony, a dog and a rabbit called Smores. It was a rare and significant occasion for Charlotte especially: it was where she took her first steps and said her first word on camera.

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The then 17-month-old Princess Charlotte attended the engagement with her family, which was held at the grounds of Government House in Victoria for military families and their offspring. Princess Charlotte was heard uttering the word 'Pop!' and also calling after her 'dada.' Kensington Palace posted a photo on Instagram account (@kensingtonroyal) of Princess Charlotte befriending Smores the bunny, with the caption: 'Princess Charlotte meets Smores the bunny at a children's party for military families held at Government House #RoyalVisitCanada'

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Princess Charlotte gave Canada a big wave when the family had to fly back to the UK.

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Princess Charlotte and Prince George co-ordinated their festive outfits with their parents - Princess Charlotte wearing a double-breasted navy coat with maroon tights, a matching bow hairclip and little Mary-Janes. She and Prince George both looked ever so sweet with candy canes.

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Princess Charlotte's 2nd birthday

In keeping with tradition, Kensington Palace released another photograph of the Princess on 1 May ahead of her 2nd birthday, taken by Kate.

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Auntie Pippa's wedding

Princess Charlotte made an adorable flower girl at her auntie Pippa Middleton's wedding to James Matthews. Although, she may have caused a little commotion with her brother George and got a bit of a telling off from her mother...

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Trooping the Colour (again)

On 17 June 2017, Princess Charlotte appeared cheekier than ever a year on from her first official public appearance. The military parade marked the official 91st birthday of HM the Queen.

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Family trip to Poland

Kate and Will took Princess Charlotte and Prince George on their royal tour of Poland in July 2017.

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Prince George and Princess Charlotte caused quite the stir as arriving in Poland, peering out the window of their plane as they touched down in Warsaw.

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Stealing the show in Berlin

Princess Charlotte revealed herself to be quite the international diplomat, graciously bobbing into a curtsy, shaking hands with a defence attache and then accepting a miniature bouquet of flowers.

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The royal tour continues

Princess Charlotte was eager to get back to the UK after the royal tour of Germany had finished. She climbed onto their private plane herself, with Prince William close behind her.

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The perfect family Christmas card

Prince William and the Princess of Wales released a family portrait for Christmas 2017, showing just how much Princess Charlotte and Prince George have grown up!

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First day at nursery

Ever comfortable in front of the cameras, Princess Charlotte posed adorably on her first day of nursery in January 2018. She attends Willcocks Nursery School and followed her mums style rules matching her coat and shoes perfectly.

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Meeting Prince Louis Arthur Charles

Prince George and Princess Charlotte arrived at the Lindo wing to meet their little brother, Prince Louis a few hours after the Princess of Wales had given birth. Giving off the cutest wave, Charlotte appeared excited to meet her newest sibling.

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The family's 2018 Christmas card sees Charlotte take centre stage in this gorgeous portrait taken by Matt Porteous.

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Who can forget this iconic moment from the King's Cup royal sailing regatta in 2019?

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During the 2019 Trooping the Colour, when the royals officially celebrate Queen Elizabeth's birthday in June, Charlotte certainly wasn't shy.

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Already a sports star! Charlotte showed off her football skills at The King Power Royal Charity Polo Day.

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How adorable do Charlotte and George look? This pic was taken was on their first day of school in September 2019 at Thomas's Battersea School in London.

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And Princess Charlotte and her brothers joined the clap for carers for all those on the frontlines fighting the coronavirus pandemic in the UK.

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Princess Charlotte's 5th Birthday

To celebrate her fifth birthday, Kensington Palace released some adorable pictures taken by Charlotte's mother, the Princess of Wales.

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This adorable photo of Princess Charlotte holding a fragile Red Admiral butterfly was taken during the Big Butterfly Count - an annual drive to monitor endangered butterflies - by Kate, Princess of Wales, near their home in Norfolk.

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