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The Prince of Wales, William, and the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, have officially released their 2025 Christmas card — one of the most eagerly anticipated moments of the royal season. The new image, shared on the couple’s official social media channels, shows the family together in a bucolic, natural setting: Kate, William and their three children — Prince George (12), Princess Charlotte (10) and Prince Louis (7) — accompanied by the simple and warm message: “Wishing everyone a very Happy Christmas.”
The photograph was taken by artist Josh Shinner in the Norfolk countryside in April 2025, and its choice has been highlighted by the international press for its sense of naturalness and family closeness. Reactions on the royal family’s social media were overwhelmingly positive, with admirers describing the image as “adorable”, “inspiring” and a reflection of the strong bond within the family at this moment in their lives.
This year, the release of the card carries particularly deep resonance — not only because of its aesthetic, but also because of its emotional symbolism. In 2024, Kate announced that she was in remission from cancer after a period of treatment and recovery that profoundly marked both her personal and public life. The 2025 image therefore emerges as a sign of continuity, renewed health and a renewed focus on family, following a challenging year for the couple and their official duties.
The card also resonates within the broader context of British royal life: the Wales family recently moved to Forest Lodge, within Windsor Great Park — a relocation widely seen as a “fresh start” and an important milestone in the couple’s family and institutional life.
Beyond the card itself, the couple have taken part actively in public Christmas events across England, including the traditional carol service at Westminster Abbey, organised by Kate herself, which highlights community engagement and solidarity during the festive season.
International coverage by outlets such as Sky News, ITV News, People and others reinforces that this gesture goes beyond a simple family photograph: it is widely interpreted as a message of hope, stability and unity at a time when the royal family is navigating significant transitions — both personal and institutional.
The release of William and Kate’s Christmas card is a symbolic moment that brings together tradition, emotion and family storytelling, reflecting both personal values — love, resilience and closeness — and the public image the monarchy seeks to project in the 21st century.
