Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte, and More: TBT to 11 of the Most Memorable Royal Balcony Moments in History Inline

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    2016 – Princess Charlotte

    Clad in a sweet pink number, Princess Charlotte waved effortlessly to her royal subjects. Talk about cuteness overload.

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    2015 – Prince George

    Just a year before his little sister’s debut, Prince George greeted his fans dressed in head-to-toe baby blue. He was particularly taken with the jets overhead.

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    2011 – Princess Kate

    When Kate Middleton finally married Prince William after a lengthy courtship—the twosome first began dating in 2003—the couple kissed not once, but twice at the crowd’s encouragement.

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    2005 – Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall

    Shortly after her April 2005 wedding to Prince Charles, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, made her first royal balcony appearance in a classic white sheath dress and matching navy accessories.

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    1985 – Prince Harry

    At just 9 months old, Prince Harry made his debut at the Queen’s birthday parade in his parents’ arms. Clearly, the royal family prefers their men in blue.

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    1984 – Prince William

    The year prior, Prince William took upon his royal duty with aplomb. The toddler color-coordinated with his mother, the late Princess Diana.

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    1981 – Princess Diana

    In what was called the “Wedding of the Century,” Lady Diana Spencer married Prince Charles in front of an estimated 750 million people worldwide.

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    1951 – Prince Charles

    Like his grandson Prince George, Prince Charles was more interested in the planes flying overhead than with the throngs of supporters eager to get a glimpse of the tot.

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    1947 – Prince Philip

    Princess Elizabeth (she was not yet queen) welcomed her new husband, Prince Philip, into the royal fold at their November 1947 wedding.

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    1927 – Princess Elizabeth

    Though there have been many memorable appearances in every shade of color, Princess Elizabeth (she was not yet queen) made her debut at 14 months old with her parents, then known as the Duke and Duchess of York, and her grandparents, King George V and Queen Mary.

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    1923 - The Duke and Duchess of York

    Prior to his ascension to the throne, the Duke of York, accompanied by the Duchess of York, embraced onlookers at their royal wedding alongside King George V and Queen Mary.