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40 Sweet Childhood Photos Of Prince Harry & Prince William
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Let's take a look back at simpler times, shall we? Like when Prince Harry and Prince William were enjoying their childhood moments together. A time when they sported matching outfits regularly and the Duke of Sussex stuck his tongue out at photographers whenever he pleased. Fortunately, considering their royalty status and all, there are plenty of photos from those years for us to browse through today.
Since they were kids, of course, Prince Harry and Prince William have grown up into men, husbands, and fathers. Prince William married his wife Kate Middleton in April 2011 and the two have since welcomed three children together. As for Prince Harry, he married former Suits actress Meghan Markle in May 2018 and one year later, in May 2019, they welcomed their first child together, a son named Archie.
More recently, Prince Harry and Meghan stepped back as senior members of the royal family, a move that shocked people across the globe. Meanwhile, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have remained busy with their own royal duties.
Before all of those historic moments, though, Prince Harry and Prince William were just kids who shared an adorable sibling bond. So let's take a look back at a few photos to highlight that simpler time.
Baby Prince Harry Riding On Prince William's Shoulders
It looks like baby Prince Harry might have been filling his diaper at the time, but at least Prince William is all smiles!
Rocking On Horses Together
Back before Prince Harry and Prince William played in charity polo matches, they honed their skills together on wooden rocking horses.
Posing On Some Rocks With Their Dad
Rocking a kilt, Prince Charles spent some quality time with his sons, posing on some rocks, as one does.
Prince Harry Telling A Photographer How He Really Felt
Given the horrific coverage about his wife, he probably feels the same way about the British media today. But these days, he's learned to mostly smile and wave instead.
Just Sweet, Tiny Babies
Could these two boys be any cuter?
Comfy As Could Be On Their Parents' Hips
And didn't have to fret about things like royal protocol, public image, or wiping their own bums.
Hitting The Slopes
Look how innocent and chill they were in their early '90s ski outfits.
Happily Playing On A Questionable-Looking Slide
Would Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis be allowed to play on that slide today? No. No, they wouldn't.
Their Parents Were Suckers For Matching Clothing
The chances of Prince Harry and Prince William showing up in public in matching outfits that aren't uniforms these days seem slim to none.
Playing In The Same Little Tikes Playhouse We All Did
Everyone had that house, right? (Royalty: They're just like us!)
Smiley Brothers In A Carriage With Mum
Warm under a blanket, Prince Harry and Prince William took a fun little ride in a carriage with Princess Diana, who tragically passed away in 1997.
Too Young To Wear Trousers
These days, you won't catch the Duke of Cambridge or the Duke of Sussex out in public wearing shorts. But per the royal dress code, the young princes only wore shorts up to a certain age.
Mom Dropping Her Boys Off At School
And they totally rocked their school uniforms.
The Brothers That Denim Together...
Oh, the simpler times when denim everything was the style.
Prince Harry Rocking A Pastel Coat
Perhaps Prince Harry is saving this striped, pastel parka for his son Archie?
Stepping Out In The Rain In Matching Rain Boots
Peppa Pig would be proud.
Cousin Bonding Time
These days, a visit with their cousins Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie is a bit more formal that, and sadly, doesn't allow Prince Harry to rock a bandana on his head.
Matching From Head To Toe
Were Prince Harry and Prince William dressed alike all the time?
Little Posh Princes In Their Polos
Who hasn't sported a white Lacoste polo?
Prince Harry, Front & Center
Pink overalls and all, Prince Harry managed to grab the spotlight, despite his mom wearing some fierce gold flats.
Prince Harry Stealing The Spotlight
This cheeky little move from Prince Harry actually hasn't stopped now that he's an adult.
Piggyback Rides
"Sure, sweetie. I'd love to lug 30-40 pounds of royal prince around."
PJ Party With The Queen
Looks like Queen Elizabeth didn't get the dress code memo.
Looking Up At His Big Brother
Both literally and figuratively.
Prince William For The Win
Typical big brother move.
Embarking On Life's Next Chapter
And each could always count on his brother to help him through.
That Last Step's A Doozy
On their way to Scotland for their summer visit at Balmoral in 1986, Prince Harry was really getting ahead of himself.
Down In The River Dee
The two brothers got right into the River Dee, the river that runs by Balmoral, in 1987. Their dad Prince Charles was with them, don't worry.
Looking Awkward With Santa
This awkward chat between the two brothers and Father Christmas in Norfolk in 1990 is what precious old family photos are all about.
Wet & Wild At Thorpe Park
Princess Diana was no mom on the sidelines when it came to having fun with her boys. The three of them looked to be having a grand old time during a visit to Thorpe Amusement Park in 1993.
Even The Queen Bows Down To These 2 Sweethearts
The 1989 Trooping The Colour saw Queen Elizabeth actually leaning in close to Princes William and Harry. I didn't even think she could lean, that's impressive.
T-Shirts All Around
The whole family, including habitually chic Princess Diana, went for a bare legs and t-shirt look on Banana Beach in 1993.
They Grow Up So Fast
In 2000, Prince William was 18 years old and his little brother was 15, and they looked like men on a ski holiday to Switzerland with their dad Prince Charles.
Getting A Lift From Dad
Prince Charles took his two sons to visit the stables at Sandringham Estate, and gave Prince Harry a lift on the back of his bike.
A Day At The Circus
The two princes were wearing matching shirts during a visit to see Cirque du Soleil in 1990 with their mom.
Family Bike Trip
On a holiday in Tresco in the Scilly Islands in 1988, Princes William and Harry joined their parents for a little bike ride.
Of Course They Had Ponies
Prince Charles took Princes Harry and William out for a ride around Windsor Estate on their ponies in 1989.
Dad Looking Cool
At a 1989 polo match, Princes Harry and William look suddenly impressed with their dad Prince Charles. I think it's those boots.
Helping A Brother Out
It all started here, a proud big brother helping his little brother take his first step. No matter how big they get, this is Prince William and Prince Harry loving each other.
