Prince William & Kate Middleton: Photos of the Royals Over the Years

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April 29, 2026 12:30PM EDT

Prince William & Kate Middleton: Photos of the Royals Over the Years

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In honor of their 15th wedding anniversary, take a look back at Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales through the years in photos.

College sweethearts Prince William and Kate Middleton first met while attending the University of St. Andrews in Scotland in 2001. After nearly a decade together, the heir to the British throne married Kate on April 29, 2011, in a globally watched ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London, with Prince Harry serving as best man.

Now known as the Prince and Princess of Wales — titles they received in 2022 following the death of Queen Elizabeth II — the couple went on to start their family shortly after. They welcomed their first child, Prince George, on July 22, 2013, followed by Princess Charlotte on May 2, 2015, and Prince Louis on April 23, 2018. All three children were born at St. Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London, the same hospital where Diana, Princess of Wales gave birth to William and Harry.

As they celebrate their 15th wedding anniversary in 2026, take a look back at William and Kate’s relationship through the years in photos.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton

Prince William & Kate Middleton — Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge seen smiling following their marriage at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 in London, England. The marriage of the second in line to the British throne was led by the Archbishop of Canterbury and was attended by 1900 guests, including foreign Royal family members and heads of state. Thousands of well-wishers from around the world have also flocked to London to witness the spectacle and pageantry of the Royal Wedding.

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Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 23 Jun 2023

Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 23 Jun 2023 — Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales
Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 23 Jun 2023

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Prince William & Catherine Princess of Wales visit to the Dog & Duck Pub

Prince William & Catherine Princess of Wales visit to the Dog & Duck Pub — Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales — aka Kate Middleton — visit to the Dog & Duck Pub. The two wanted to hear how it’s preparing for the Coronation Weekend from members of staff and meet representatives from other hospitality and recreation businesses in the Soho area.

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Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales visit the Brynawel Rehabilitation Centre, Llanharan, Pontyclun, Wales, UK – 28 Feb 2023

Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales visit the Brynawel Rehabilitation Centre, Llanharan, Pontyclun, Wales, UK – 28 Feb 2023 — Ahead of St. David’s Day, Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales visited Brynawel Rehabilitation Centre, in Llanharan, Pontyclun Wales.
Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales visit the Brynawel Rehabilitation Centre, Llanharan, Pontyclun, Wales, UK – 28 Feb 2023

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Visit Royal Liverpool University Hospital

Prince William & Kate Middleton Visit Royal Liverpool University Hospital — Prince William & Kate Middleton visit the Royal Liverpool University Hospital on Jan. 12, 2023. They were all smiles as they waved to onlookers. It was their first public appearance together after the release of Prince Harry’s memoir.

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The Prince And Princess Of Wales Attend Boston Celtics Game

The Prince And Princess Of Wales Attend Boston Celtics Game — William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales, attended a Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat gamein Boston, Mass. on Nov. 30, 2022. They sat next to Mayor of Boston Michelle Wu, Governor-elect Maura Healey (the first female governor of Massachusetts and the first openly lesbian governor in US history), and the wife of Celtics owner Wyc Grousebeack, Emilia Fazzalari.

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Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales Attend Coach Core Celebration

Prince William and Catherine Princess of Wales Attend Coach Core Celebration — Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Prince William, Prince of Wales, attended the 10th Anniversary Celebration of Coach Core, whihc was held at Copper Box Arena on Oct. 13, 2022. The Royal Foundation launched the Coach Core program in 2012 in response to the London riots and to contribute to the legacy of the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Royals, London, United Kingdom – 13 Oct 2022

Royals, London, United Kingdom – 13 Oct 2022 — Britain’s Prince William visits the Copper Box Arena in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London
Royals, London, United Kingdom – 13 Oct 2022

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Prince and Princess of Wales along with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle the Duke and Duchess of Sussex looking at Floral Tributes and meeting well wishers at Windsor Castle

Prince and Princess of Wales along with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle the Duke and Duchess of Sussex looking at Floral Tributes and meeting well wishers at Windsor Castle — The Prince and Princess of Wales and The Duke and Duchess of Sussex view the tributes left after the Death of Queen Elizabeth II, at Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, UK, on the 10th September 2022. 10 Sep 2022 Pictured: The Prince and Princess of Wales and The Duke and Duchess of Sussex view the tributes left after the Death of Queen Elizabeth II, at Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, UK, on the 10th September 2022. Photo credit: James Whatling / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342 (Mega Agency TagID: MEGA894272_004.jpg) [Photo via Mega Agency]

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Prince William & Kate Middleton See Their Joint Portrait

Prince William & Kate Middleton See Their Joint Portrait — Prince William and Kate Middleton both looked very happy with their joint portrait, debuting at the Fitzwilliam Museum. Kate looked beautiful in a long periwinkle coat for the viewing.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton’s Joint Portrait

Prince William & Kate Middleton’s Joint Portrait — Kate Middleton and Prince William’s joint portrait made its debut in the Fitzwilliam Museum on June 23, 2022. The pair both looked elegant in the painting by Jamie Coreth.

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Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 17 Jun 2022

Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 17 Jun 2022 — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William
Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 17 Jun 2022

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Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 17 Jun 2022

Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 17 Jun 2022 — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William
Royal Ascot, Day Four, Horse Racing, Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK – 17 Jun 2022

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Kate Middleton & Prince William in gorgeous outfits

Kate Middleton & Prince William in gorgeous outfits — The Duke and Duchess attend a reception hosted by the Governor General at the Baha Mar Hotel, during which they had the opportunity to meet community leaders and notable people from across The Bahamas’ many islands. They looked great!

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Kate & William Visit The Bahamas

Kate & William Visit The Bahamas — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William arrive in Nassau, Bahamas on Mar. 24, 2022. It was during their tour of the Caribbean.

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Kate Middleton & Prince William in a car

Kate Middleton & Prince William in a car — The Duke and Duchess attend the inaugural Commissioning Parade for service personnel from across the Caribbean who have recently completed the Caribbean Military Academy’s Officer Training Programme. They posed for pics while in the car.

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Kate & William In Jamaica

Kate & William In Jamaica — Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge visit Trench Town, the birthplace of reggae music in the heart of Kingston. The two visited the Trench Town Culture Yard Museum where Bob Marley used to live and interact with other iconic musicians.

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Catherine Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Jam

Catherine Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William Jam — Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge got to jammin’ with local musicians while visiting Trench Town. The duo visited the home of Bob Marley.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton in Belize

Prince William & Kate Middleton in Belize — Prince William & Kate Middleton visited Belize, when Kate looked gorgeous in this custom, hot pink metallic dress by British designer, The Vampire’s Wife, styled with a pair of metallic silver Jimmy Choo Mimi Sandals & massive dangling O’Nitaa Earrings.

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Kate Middleton and Prince William Honor Belize in Blue While On Caribbean Tour

Kate Middleton and Prince William Honor Belize in Blue While On Caribbean Tour — Kate Middleton and Prince William donned matching blue outfits to honor Belize as they touched down on another stop of their Caribbean Tour on Mar. 19, 2022. So gorgeous!

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Kate Middleton & Prince William outside

Kate Middleton & Prince William outside — Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William attend Commonwealth Service on Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey in 2022. They smiled while walking outside.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton attend Commonwealth Service on Commonwealth Day

Prince William & Kate Middleton attend Commonwealth Service on Commonwealth Day — Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William attend the Commonwealth Service on Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey in London on March 14, 2022. The event reflected Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee Year.

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Kate Middleton Cradles A Puppy With Prince William

Kate Middleton Cradles A Puppy With Prince William — Kate Middleton held a therapy dog close, while she and Prince William visited Clitheroe Community Hospital in January 2022. She had a huge smile on while her husband pet the puppy.

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Prince William and Kate Middleton at a reception

Prince William and Kate Middleton at a reception — Britain’s Prince Charles, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Prince William, and Kate Middleton speak with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, at a reception for the G7 leaders at the Eden Project in Cornwall, England. It was in 2021.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton walking with their family

Prince William & Kate Middleton walking with their family — Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Prince William, and Kate Middleton arrive at a reception for the G7 leaders at the Eden Project in Cornwall, England. It looked like a beautiful day.

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Prince William and Kate Middleton visiting a school

Prince William and Kate Middleton visiting a school — Prince William and Kate Middleton gesture during a visit to School21 following its re-opening after the easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions in east London. They wore coats and masks.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton At Commonwealth Day 2020

Prince William & Kate Middleton At Commonwealth Day 2020 — Prince William & Kate Middleton attend the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in March 2020. Kate looked stunning in a red coat and matching hat, while William wore a navy suit.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton In Ireland

Prince William & Kate Middleton In Ireland — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William visit Howth Cliff, a spectacular cliff walk north of Dublin with views out over the Irish Sea. The outing came during a trip to Ireland at the beginning of March 2020.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Visiting Ireland

Prince William & Kate Middleton Visiting Ireland — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William attend a Reception hosted by the British Ambassador to Ireland in the Gravity Bar in Dublin. Kate looked stunning in her sparkling green dress while posing beside her husband.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Visiting Bradford

Prince William & Kate Middleton Visiting Bradford — Prince William & Kate Middleton stroll while taking a visit to Bradford in the United Kingdom. Kate rocked a calf-length coat, while William was in all navy.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton at Easter Sunday Service

Prince William & Kate Middleton at Easter Sunday Service — Kate Middleton and her husband Prince William arrive for Easter Sunday service at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor in the U.K. on April 21, 2019. The Duchess of Cambridge looked spring chic in a lilac coat.

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Kate Middleton & Prince William dance at a village in Belize

Kate Middleton & Prince William dance at a village in Belize — Kate Middleton and Prince William visit the village of Hopkins in Belize during their tour of the Caribbean on March 20. They danced with the locals and had a blast.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Open The V&A Dundee in Scotland

Prince William & Kate Middleton Open The V&A Dundee in Scotland — Prince William and Kate Middleton open the V&A Dundee in Scotland on Jan. 29, 2019. The Duchess wore tartan for the occasion and walked alongside her husband.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton in London

Prince William & Kate Middleton in London — Prince William and Kate Middleton step out in London on Dec. 4, 2018. The couple hostesd a Christmas party for families and children of military personnel.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton at the BAFTA Awards

Prince William & Kate Middleton at the BAFTA Awards — Prince William and Kate Middleton were snapped attending the 72nd BAFTA Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Feb. 10, 2019. Kate graced the red carpet in a stunning ivory dress.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton at Blackpool Tower

Prince William & Kate Middleton at Blackpool Tower — Prince William and Kate Middleton visited Blackpool Tower, in Blackpool, Britain on March 6, 2019. The couple attended a roundtable briefing about the town’s recent history.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton at the Commonwealth Day Service in 2019

Prince William & Kate Middleton at the Commonwealth Day Service in 2019 — Princes William and Harry and their wives Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle attended the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on March 11, 2019. Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex was pregnant with her first child at the time.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton at St. George’s Chapel

Prince William & Kate Middleton at St. George’s Chapel — Prince William and Kate Middleton were snapped at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor on May 19, 2018 at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. They are pictured with their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Introduce Baby Louis

Prince William & Kate Middleton Introduce Baby Louis — Prince William and Kate Middleton are all smiles as they cradle their baby Prince Louis in April 2018. The Duchess had her third child at St. Mary’s Hospital in London.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton On Wedding Day With Family

Prince William & Kate Middleton On Wedding Day With Family — Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton on their wedding day on April 29, 2011. They are surrounded by their family, including the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton at the 2018 BAFTA Awards

Prince William & Kate Middleton at the 2018 BAFTA Awards — Prince William and Kate Middleton look glam as they attend the 71st BAFTA Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Feb. 18, 2018. Kate was pregnant with her third child, Prince Louis, at the time.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton in Germany

Prince William & Kate Middleton in Germany — Prince William and Kate Middleton with two of their three children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte. The Cambridges were snapped in Germany in July 2017.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Introduce Son George

Prince William & Kate Middleton Introduce Son George — Prince William and Kate Middleton in London in July 2013. The Duchess glowed as she cradled their newborn son, Prince George.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Introduce Daughter Charlotte

Prince William & Kate Middleton Introduce Daughter Charlotte — Prince William and Kate Middleton pose on the steps of St. Mary’s Hospital in London in May 2015. The couple just welcomed their second child, Princess Charlotte.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton With Family IN Canada

Prince William & Kate Middleton With Family IN Canada — Prince William and Kate Middleton color-coordinated with their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte in September 2016. The family were on an official visit to Canada.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Pose For Wedding Portrait

Prince William & Kate Middleton Pose For Wedding Portrait — Prince William and Kate Middleton smile on their wedding day on April 29, 2011. The newlyweds were pictured with the youngest members of their wedding party.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Kiss At Wedding

Prince William & Kate Middleton Kiss At Wedding — Prince William and Kate Middleton give the crowd outside Buckingham Palace what they were waiting for on April 29, 2011 by sharing a kiss. William’s parents, Prince Charles and Princess Diana did the same thing on their wedding day in July 1981.

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Prince William & Kate Middleton Out With Princess Charlotte

Prince William & Kate Middleton Out With Princess Charlotte — Prince William embraces Kate with their newborn baby, Princess Charlotte. They smiled at each other during the sweet moment.

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