Prince Louis was given a very hard job for a 6-year-old! Kate Middleton revealed to singer Paloma Faith that she asked her youngest to keep a secret from his sister, Princess Charlotte. And the young royal — in his excitement — very nearly gave it up. Because let’s not forget that it’s hard enough for adults with fully-formed frontal lobes to keep their lips sealed — never mind a 6-year-old who wanted to see his protective big sister’s reaction.
Kate Middleton told Prince Louis ahead of the annual “Together at Christmas” Carol Concert that soloists from the Royal Ballet would be performing — a fact that was sure to delight Princess Charlotte. The 9-year-old is known for loving dance just as much as her late grandma Princess Diana.
“[I asked Louis], can you keep a secret? Otherwise it won’t be a surprise for Charlotte, who loves her ballet dancing,” Middleton said, per InStyle. “He has kept the secret for, what, nearly two weeks now.”
Two. Weeks. That’s nearly a lifetime for a kid. “[That’s] very challenging,” Faith said. “For a 6-year-old,” Middleton agreed. And he might have broken.
“This morning he said, ‘Mummy, please can I tell her — I’m bursting!'” Middleton said. “I did drop off and he really wanted to tell her. I think — hopefully — he’s kept it.”
Middleton never confirmed whether Princess Charlotte knew what was coming, but her joyous face during the performance might be a sign that her brother kept quiet. (Despite “bursting!”)
While Princess Charlotte was thrilled about the ballerinas’ appearance, we were equally happy to see the young royal’s outfit for the evening. For the third year in a row, Princess Charlotte wore the same vibrant red peacoat to the heartwarming service. And we’re pretty obsessed with the royal re-wear. So much so that we think it’s time we start calling her the Queen of Sass, Style, & Sustainability.
While Princess Charlotte looked just like she had the past two years, Prince Louis looked notably different. Gone were his silly faces and adorable antics. Instead, the youngest of Kate Middleton and Prince William’s kids looked incredibly serious and subdued in their family photos. And now it all makes sense. Perhaps the young prince was biting his cheek, worriedly counting down the minutes until the royal ruse was up and the Royal Ballet finally appeared.
Before you go, check out every time Prince Louis had his big sister in his corner.
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