Candid Photos Of The Royal Family In 2019
Published on December 12, 2019. Updated December 19, 2019The British royals are one of the most photographed families in the world. Aside from formal appearances, they’re often caught on camera in candid moments that give us a real insight into their personalities and quirks. Follow along as we recall the most adorable candid moments the royal family had in 2019:
Want exclusive Royals content (news, fashion, lists & more) delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our Exclusive Fame10 Royals Email!
23. Wimbledon Championships, July 2019
This summer, Meghan and Kate were spotted in the royal box at Wimbledon enjoying a match together. Amidst all the rumors of tension between them, it was nice to see the royal Duchesses spending time together laughing and smiling! Kate’s sister, Pippa Middleton, also joined them in the box.
Photo by Corinne Dubreuil/ABACAPRESS.COM22. Commonwealth Day Youth Event, March 2019
Princess Diana was known for getting down to the level of the person she was speaking with, especially when it came to children! This is a practice that Meghan Markle has also adopted and she was photographed in March kneeling down to speak to a little girl at eye level. The moment was precious and luckily captured by a photographer.
Press Association21. Centrepoint Gala, 2019
Prince William attended Centrepoint’s 50th-anniversary gala in 2019 having one of his most stylish moments yet. Here he is captured meeting singer Rita Ora, who looks quite excited to be meeting the Prince! We love that William strayed from his traditional style and opted for a green velvet suit, which definitely made this a moment to remember.
(Photo by Dominic Lipinski – Pool/Getty Images)20. St George’s Hall, May 2019
One of the most adorable moments of the year has to be when the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped out to reveal their baby son to the world. Both parents were beaming with excitement and we especially love this precious moment that was captured of them smiling and looking lovingly at each other.
Press Association19. Blackpool Tower, March 2019
A little rain can’t stop a royal! The Duchess of Cambridge visited the Blackpool Tower in March 2019 wearing a green ensemble and a sleek ponytail. She held an umbrella to shield herself from the rain but still looked chipper and poised as she greeted onlookers.
EPA/PETER POWELL18. Lycee Qualifiant Grand Atlas Morocco, February 2019
Meghan and Harry toured Morocco in February this year, which was the final international tour for the couple before they welcomed their son. Here they were photographed in an adorable candid moment having a laugh together while Meghan leaned on Harry lovingly.
EPA/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA / POOL17. Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, October 2019
This special moment of Kate Middleton and Prince William on tour in Pakistan definitely caught the eye of many! It’s refreshing to see how humble and down-to-earth this couple is by wearing plastic crowns and drinking pretend tea to make a child smile at the cancer research hospital.
Arthur Edwards/The Sun/PA Wire16. Haig Housing Trust, October 2019
Queen Elizabeth dazzled in October 2019 when she stepped out wearing this periwinkle suit for a visit to the Haig Housing Trust in south London. We love this chic color on her and all the detail of the flower on her top hat!
EPA/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA15. Sportcampus Zuiderpark, May 2019
Prince Harry had an adorable moment in May 2019 when he was gifted an Invictus Games onesie for his little one on the way! The look on his face was absolutely priceless. You can tell how excited he was to become a father!
(Credit Image: © Albert Ph Van Der Werf/DPA via ZUMA Press)14. Commonwealth Service, March 2019
Despite the rumors of tension between the two Duchesses, they definitely seem cordial whenever they attend events together. This candid shot pictured Kate and Meghan looking excitedly at each other and certainly put to rest the rumors of drama between them. The two brothers, on the other hand, we’re not as certain about!
Press Association13. Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation, September 2019
Another precious royal moment this year is when Meghan and Harry brought Archie out with them while visiting the Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation in South Africa! Before this, we had hardly seen much of the royal baby so it was nice to be able to see his face and his red hair, just like his father’s. The family of three looked happier than ever.
EPA/TOBY MELVILLE / POOL12. Army Canine Centre Pakistan, October 2019
Kate and William’s love for animals certainly shined while they visited the Army Canine Centre in Pakistan in October 2019. The royal duo were all smiles as they played and petted the dogs!
Press Association11. The King’s Cup Regatta, August 2019
No one could forget the iconic moment this summer when Princess Charlotte stuck out her tongue at the King’s Cup Regatta. Luckily, Kate Middleton handled the moment like a professional despite Princess Charlotte’s silliness.
Doug Peters/EMPICS10. Auwul Mosque, September 2019
The Duchess of Sussex visited the Auwul Mosque in Bo-Kaap on Heritage day in Cape Town, South Africa. For the occasion, she wore a green khaki dress and a cream-colored shawl as a sign of respect. She looked so stunning!
EPA/TIM ROOKE / POOL9. Chitral Pakistan, October 2019
Kate Middleton and Prince William dressed in traditional Pakistan attire during a visit to a settlement of the Kalash people in Chitral. This brief moment of William starring happily at Kate in a child-like way was definitely super adorable!
Samir Hussein/PA Wire8. Princess Charlotte’s First Day of School, September 2019
Kate Middleton and the family looked adorable as they dropped off Princess Charlotte for her first day of school back in September! The Duchess was all-smiles while Charlotte hid timidly from the cameras behind her mother’s arm.
Press Association7. Moroccan Royal Federation of Equitation Sport, February 2019
Similar to William and Kate, Meghan and Harry are also animal lovers it seems based on their reaction to these horses at the Royal Federation of Equitation Sport in Morroco! We love how happy they look admiring and petting the horses together.
EPA/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA6. Remembrance Sunday, November 2019
Meghan Markle looked solemn and deep in thought as she was spotted on the royal balcony on Remembrance Sunday this year! We love this fashion of moment of hers which reminded us of Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s with the wide brim hat.
EPA/ANDY RAIN5. Peterley Manor Farm, December 2019
In December, Kate Middleton made a solo visit to Peterley Manor Farm for a day of festive activities! She helped children pick out Christmas trees and even handed out reindeer food, which was pictured in this adorable moment.
Press Association4. Royal Windsor Horse Show, May 2019
Not even the rain could stop Queen Elizabeth from enjoying the Royal Windsor Horse Show! She was photographed in May hidden under a tarp wearing a green raincoat and a patterned scarf over her hair while watching the show.
Press Association3. Bristol Old Vic Theatre, February 2019
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped out on a snowy afternoon to visit Bristol Old Vic Theatre in February. The couple was photographed here all smiles while they leaned over and chatted with children. The combination of the magical snow and their pure happiness certainly made for a lovely candid photo!
Press Association2. BAFTA Awards, February 2019
Kate Middleton and Prince William always dazzle when they walk the red carpet at the BAFTAs and 2019 was no different! We love this candid photo of them sitting with programs in hand waiting for a film to come on.
Press Association1. Field of Remembrance, November 2019
One of Meghan Markle’s most gorgeous appearances this year was when she stepped out to attend the 91st Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey. She dressed in a regal navy blue ensemble paired with a mesh fascinator on her head. This candid photo truly captures her beauty!
Want exclusive Royals content (news, fashion, lists & more) delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our Exclusive Fame10 Royals Email!
(Photo by Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)