Carole and Michael Middleton have formed a very close bond with their grandson, Prince Louis, who is celebrating his seventh birthday today.
The relationship deepened over the past year when Princess Kate underwent treatment following her cancer diagnosis.
The Middletons played a vital role in supporting their daughter and her young family during this challenging time.
They provided a strong and loving presence, helping to maintain a sense of normality for George, Charlotte and Louis.
Inside Carole and Michael Middleton’s sweet bond with Prince Louis
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Carole, 70, frequently accompanied Kate on school drop-offs, ensuring the children’s routines remained uninterrupted.
The royal children enjoyed regular sleepovers at their grandparents’ home during their mother’s recuperation, according to reports.
Michael and Carole created a nurturing environment for their grandchildren, from bike rides to games and baking sessions.
Their constant presence helped shield the young royals from disruption during a difficult family time.
Prince louis left a heartfelt handwritten note on a red tag, which read: “Thank you to granny and grandpa because they have played games with me.”GettyWhen Kate released her emotional video message announcing she had completed her chemotherapy, her parents were seen in touching footage playing cards with the children.
This offered a rare glimpse into the support surrounding the family behind the scenes.
Louis’ affection for his grandparents was clearly displayed during last year’s Westminster Abbey carol concert.
The young prince was spotted holding a handwritten note that read: “Thank you for granny and grandpa because they have played games with me.”
Carole Middleton playing card games with her grandchildrenWill WarrHe added this touching message to the “kindness tree”, an initiative inviting guests to share messages of gratitude.
The event marked an important public outing for the Wales family – their first appearance with all three children since Trooping the Colour earlier that year.
Observers have also noted striking similarities between Louis and his grandfather, Michael, with the pair sharing facial features and mannerisms.
They’ve been seen making identical expressions, from smiling to throwing their heads into their hands.
Prince Louis is admired for his cheeky personality PA
King Charles is also a devoted grandfather to Louis, though reports suggest he has privately expressed frustration at not seeing his grandchildren as often as the Middletons.
In a documentary marking Charles’s 70th birthday, William wished his father could spend more time with the children.
Charles was described as a “brilliant” grandfather who happily crawls along the floor with his grandchildren.
Camilla added: “He will get down on his knees and crawl about with them for hours, you know, making funny noises and laughing, and my grandchildren adore him.”
During the Platinum Pageant in 2022, Louis sat on Charles’s lap, beaming as his grandfather gently rocked him. With his cheeky personality, Louis has undoubtedly charmed both sets of grandparents.
