Prince George Turns 3, Palace Releases Adorable New Photos

Britain’s future king is celebrating his third birthday on Friday, so Kensington Palace is gifting the world with new photos of the little royal. SEE IT: Prince George Attends First Day of School The candid, oh-so-adorable photos were posted to social media by the Palace, and they feature the cherubic-faced Prince George playing in the outdoors. Even Lupo, the royal family dog, makes an appearance. "Matt Porteous took the photographs of Prince George at The Duke and Duchess’s family home in Norfolk recently," tweeted Kensington Palace. "The Duke and Duchess thank everyone for all the lovely birthday messages they have received for Prince George." "Can’t believe it’s been three years already!" they added. PHOTOS: Prince George Steals the Spotlight at Trooping the Colour Parade No doubt his baby sister, one-year-old Princess Charlotte, will eventually make a grand appearance later this year. But for now, it’s her big brother’s time to shine. See the aww-inducing photos below: