During the Trooping the Colour ceremony, the royal family’s appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony captivated the public—but it was a brief moment between Kate Middleton and her youngest son, Prince Louis, that quickly stole the spotlight.
Just before the national anthem played, lip reader Jeremy Freeman told The Mirror that the Princess of Wales quietly turned to her 7-year-old son and said, “National anthem. Louis, stand.”
Louis promptly obeyed, standing straight alongside the rest of the family. Known for his mischievous antics at previous events—like pulling faces or covering his ears—this time Louis remained composed, impressing many observers with his maturity.
Kate’s calm and poised handling of the moment drew widespread admiration. Many praised her parenting approach as both refined and effective. Online, several users described her demeanor as a perfect example of gentle authority.