WHILST most of us would be happy with a voucher or pair of slippers for our birthday, Prince William is used to the finer things in life. That includes a present worth £8 million given to him by his grandmother, The Queen, 10 years ago to mark his 32nd trip around the sun. 3 Prince William was gifted an £8 million birthday present by The Queen 10 years ago Credit: The Sun 3 But to this day, he still has to share it with Kate and their three children Credit: AFP or licensors 3 The future King turned 42-years-old today Credit: Princess of Wales The Prince of Wales turns 42-years-old today, and is likely spending it surrounded by wife Kate Middleton and their three children.
To mark his special day, Kate shared a picture of Wills and their adorable little trio on a beach outing as they jumped from a sand dune. The joyous action shot shows Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis , six, all holding hands as they make the leap. Kate penned a heartwarming message alongside the snap, which read: "Happy birthday Papa, we all love you so much! Cx" It was uploaded on The Princess of Wales' official Instagram account.
AIR FLAIR But 10 years ago on Wills’ 32nd birthday, the couple only had George. And to help the young family get around at their leisure, The Queen gifted William a £8 million helicopter to use at his leisure. At the time, the royal family regularly travelled between engagements by helicopter.
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