Prince Louis took centre stage at his mother Kate Middleton's Christmas carol service as he attempted to blow out a candle at Westminster Abbey.
The adorable five-year-old was pictured as he took a deep breath to put out his candle at the Together At Christmas event which will be aired on Christmas Eve. Louis, who is fifth in the line to the throne, stole the show as he brought joy to Kate, who broke out into a huge smile. He was joined by his siblings Prince George, 9, and Princess Charlotte, 7, at the service, who later posted cards to children in need outside of the abbey.
Prince Louis also helped his sister Charlotte blow out her candle (POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
Louis and Kate were all smiles at Westminster Abbey (Getty Images)As part of the service, which will be shown on ITV1, The Princess of Wales will deliver a touching video message to thank those who are supporting young children to feel safe. At the start of the service, Kate will say: “Christmas is a time when we come together and celebrate the birth of a newborn baby. The arrival of every baby is a precious and momentous time, it brings us together to reflect on new beginnings and brings hope for the future.
"From parents and carers, to early educators, midwives, health visitors and community volunteers, thank you for all you do in helping the very youngest members of our communities, feel safe, valued and loved. This is not just making a difference to children today, it will go on to shape a happier, healthier, fairer world in the future.”
Kate was joined by William and their children for the service (Getty Images)Kate was also joined at the carol service by her husband William as well as the 1,500 guests, which included midwives, nursery teachers and baby bank volunteers. The highlight of the show was a poignant musical tribute paid to John Lennon and George Michael – with the concert held 43 years to the day the former Beatle was shot dead.
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Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jacob Collier played Wham!’s hit Last Christmas on Lennon’s upright piano, which was owned by the group’s singer and later solo star George Michael and loaned by his estate.
The siblings posted cards to struggling children outside of the service (Getty Images)Broadcaster Roman Kemp, the son of Spandau Ballet bassist Martin Kemp and former Wham! backing singer Shirlie Kemp, introduced Collier and talked about the role George Michael, who was his godfather, played in his life. During the concert Oscar winner Jim Broadbent read an extract from Letters From Father Christmas by Lord of the Rings author JRR Tolkien and singers Beverley Knight and Adam Lambert performed.
The television programme will feature additional material including films emphasising the importance of early childhood and contributions from celebrities like Rio and Kate Ferdinand and Dame Sheila Hancock. Royal Carols: Together At Christmas will be screen at 7.45pm on ITV1 and ITV X on Christmas Eve.
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