GRINNING Prince George looks great as he celebrates turning eight in a snap by mum Kate - including a touching nod to grandfather Philip.
The Duchess of Cambridge pictured him sitting on her and William’s Land Rover ahead of his big day.
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Prince George is celebrating his 8th birthday with a smile 12
The stunning photograph was taken by his mum Kate Middleton Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
George wore a blue and orange striped T-shirt, blue shorts and a huge smile while sitting on the car - an off-road vehicle synonymous with his great-grandfather the Duke of Edinburgh.
Prince Philip was known as a fan of the Land Rover Defender and had a specially-converted vehicle as a hearse during his funeral.
Including the famous vehicle in the image will be seen as a poignant tribute to the late duke, who had a passion for engineering.
George was last seen at Wembley, wearing a suit and tie to roar on The Three Lions in the Euro 2020 Final. So fans will be happy to see he has cheered up since then!
Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge was born on July 22, 2013, weighing 8lb 6oz.
The Sun celebrated by changing our red and white front page masthead to The Son.
He made his pictorial debut the following day cradled, right, by mum Kate on the steps of The Lindo Wing at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, central London.
Kate and Wills released a set of adorable photos for his first birthday, with the prince looking mischievous at a butterfly exhibition at the Natural History Museum.
Just ahead of turning two he was photographed toddling around at sister Princess Charlotte’s christening.
The Duchess has perfectly captured how George is growing up to be a very handsome young lad.
Arthur Edwards
At three he was snapped at the family’s Norfolk home — just like for tomorrow’s birthday.
He wore a striped shirt with a grandad collar as he reached four and was all smiles again in front of a brick wall for his fifth birthday portrait.
At six he was showing his true colours on the grass in an England shirt. And at seven he was standing proud in a green polo.
Legendary Sun royal photographer Arthur Edwards yesterday cast his eye over Kate’s latest birthday offering.
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He said: “This is another striking portrait from the Duchess of Cambridge.
“She has perfectly captured how George is growing up to be a very handsome young lad. He has super hair, too.
"I hope he keeps it forever but the male side of the Royal Family seems to struggle in that department!”
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Prince Philip driving himself in his Land Rover Freelander Credit: Getty - Contributor 12
George's first birthday picture saw him toddle away at a butterfly exhibition Credit: PA:Press Association 12
He sported the colours of the St George flag when he turned two Credit: AFP 12
At three he was pictured at the family's Norfolk home Credit: Rex 12
He wore an adorable striped shirt in his fourth birthday portrait Credit: Getty 12
At five he proved he was a master at posing for the camera Credit: Getty 12
England fans loved his birthday snap when he turned six Credit: Getty 12
Last year he stood proud in a minty green polo shirt Credit: EPA 12
The Queen and Philip with their great grandchildren Credit: PA 12
Prince George, his mum Kate and dad William at Wembley for the Euro 2020 final Credit: Getty The Sun says
IN 2013 The Sun did something we’d never done before and will never do again.
When Prince George, our future King, was born we changed our title and “The Son” shone on next day’s news-stands.
Eight years later, the Royals’ popularity — thanks chiefly to Kate, Wills and their kids — is as strong as ever.
So, to Britain’s No1 son, a very happy 8th birthday from Britain’s No1 Sun.
Princes George and Louis and Princess Charlotte bake a cake for mum Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge as she pays tribute to her own mum