ROYALS IN TEARS! Catherine Announced Tragic News To George Charlotte Louis Before Official Notice
It was already a difficult week for the royal children. Sensitive little Prince Louis found himself comforting his mother in her grief over Queen Elizabeth, while his older siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, attended their first-ever funeral with their parents. Naturally, a little curiosity over such a significant affair is expected, and it’s comforting to know the royal children were given the space to ask questions.
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, didn’t travel to Balmoral but instead stayed behind to support her children. She gently broke the news of the Queen’s passing to them at Windsor before the official announcement. Wanting the children to hear the tragic news directly from her, she chose her words carefully, explaining that Elizabeth was now in heaven with Prince Philip. The moment was full of tears and hugs, as the children struggled to process the loss.
Just one day prior, George, Charlotte, and Louis had been spotted in their school uniforms during an introductory day before the school year officially began. Teacher Eleni later met their father, Prince William, while he was greeting the public after the Queen’s death on September 8, 2022. William shared how the family was doing their best to maintain a sense of continuity for the children, keeping things as normal as possible amidst the grief.
During the days of mourning, as the Prince and Princess of Wales met with staff who had worked on Queen Elizabeth’s committal service at Windsor Guildhall, Catherine shared how curious her children had been. She mentioned how “beady-eyed” they were about the security drones flying overhead. “When we’ve been doing the school run, we’ve been able to see the preparations going up,” she said. “It must have been quite a mission, but it seemed so well-organized.”
The impact of the Queen’s death extended beyond the immediate family. Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, shared a poignant moment when her children, Lady Louise and James, Earl of Wessex, stood vigil beside their grandmother’s coffin. Louise and James joined their older cousins—Prince William, Zara Tindall, Peter Phillips, and Prince Harry—in a touching tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
Reflecting on the experience during a visit to a South London community supporting people with learning disabilities, Sophie grew visibly emotional. “It was incredibly moving,” she said. “I was just so proud of them—all of the cousins—for the way they listened to instructions.”
Sophie admitted she initially questioned whether it was appropriate for James, given his younger age, to take part. “But he was really keen to do it, and I think it was important for him. And, obviously, for Louise as well. They did it so well—each and every one of them. I was slightly holding my breath, just wanting them to feel they’d done their bit for their grandmother.”
At one point, Sophie placed her hands on her heart, visibly fighting back tears. “I don’t think I can talk about it anymore,” she said, pausing to compose herself.
Despite the sorrow of the week, sweet memories of the Queen’s love for her great-grandchildren brought comfort. Queen Elizabeth had a way of making the little ones feel special, always leaving a small gift or token in their rooms whenever they stayed with her. “That just shows her love for her family,” Catherine once shared.
There were also heartwarming public moments, like when a young Princess Charlotte was spotted mimicking the Queen’s wave on the Buckingham Palace balcony. Watching her great-grandmother, Charlotte adorably copied the gesture, causing Catherine to giggle.
Another cherished memory came during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022. Prince Louis, known for his cheeky antics, was seen chatting with the Queen on the balcony. He later made everyone laugh as he pulled faces at the planes flying by and covered his ears as jets roared overhead.
These moments of love and laughter continue to highlight the Queen’s profound bond with her family, a legacy of warmth and care that will be remembered for generations to come.