Last week, 12-year-old Prince George joined his father, the Prince of Wales, on a heartwarming Christmas visit to a homelessness shelter – the same charity Princess Diana once took William to when he was a boy of similar age.
At the shelter, London-based charity The Passage, William and George rolled up their sleeves to help prepare a festive meal. William could be seen pouring Brussels sprouts into an oven dish, while George carefully arranged Yorkshire puddings on a tray. Footage posted to the Prince and Princess of Wales’ YouTube account showed father and son chatting with attendees, decorating a Christmas tree, and setting the table, all with the ease of practiced volunteers. William even rubbed the shoulders of The Passage’s head chef, Claudette Hawkins, as George laughed while chopping vegetables.
This annual visit has become a cherished tradition. William himself helped at The Passage in 2023 and 2024, and he first experienced the shelter with Diana when he was 11. Now, he is passing that legacy on to his eldest son, introducing George to the charitable work that forms a cornerstone of royal life.
Observers have noted that Prince George has displayed remarkable poise and engagement for his age. Beyond this festive visit, he has already taken part in other royal events, including the VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations in May, where he spoke with WWII veterans at Buckingham Palace’s Marble Hall.
Royal biographer Robert Jobson praised William and Catherine for their careful guidance, describing their efforts as a “really good” way of easing George into royal duties. With his calm demeanor and thoughtful presence, some are already suggesting that Prince George could emerge as the next generation of royal the British public can rally around – though, at just 12, it’s very early days.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry remains in California, reportedly focusing on the £22 million he earned from his memoir Spare, which has sparked controversy by detailing private family matters. In contrast, William and George’s joint charitable outing highlights a more traditional, service-focused approach to royal life, underscoring a generational commitment to public duty.
