Prince George has had some memorable moments in the spotlight over his first three years. Photo / Getty
To celebrate the third birthday of Prince George, let's take a look back at some of the future king's most memorable moments.
Prince George may only be celebrating his third birthday, but the adorable tot has already had his fair share of royal engagements, glitzy photo shoots, and highly publicised engagements.
Here are some of his cutest moments:
Exploring planes at the air show
George joined his parents, the Duke and Duchess of Canbridge, on an official engagement to the Royal International Air Tattoo in Gloucestershire. However, the toddler soon dissolved into tears after finding the excitement a bit too much.
He was quickly scooped up into Kate's arms, and soon returned to his cheery self, stealing the show in his blue air protectors.
The little prince was well-behaved as he looked at aircraft displays with William, and pointed and waved from his dad's arms as Kate chatted to the cadets as part of her role as patron of the Air Cadet Organisation.
Sporting his pyjamas and dressing gown, Prince George was allowed to stay up past his bedtime to meet President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle when they came to Kensington Palace for dinner.
The little prince turned on the charm, playing on a rocking horse given to him by the Obamas for his first birthday.
George was the image of politeness as he shook President Obama's hand, while the First Lady eagerly awaited her turn to fuss over the toddler.
Of the Prince's attire, Obama quipped: "Last week Prince George showed up to our meeting in his bath robe. That was a slap in the face. A clear breach of protocol."
First day at pre-school
Looking decidedly grown-up, Prince George arrived for his first day of pre-school wearing a light blue backpack and quilted navy parka.
He was escorted by the Duchess of Cambridge to Westacre Montessori School in Norfolk, north of London.
Posing for the royal stamp
For a new royal stamp released to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday, the little prince had to stand on a set of high-density foam blocks brought along by the photographer.
"He was absolutely charming, as you can see from the picture," photographer Ranald Mackechnie told the Telegraph. "You only have a short window of opportunity with small children, but Prince George was on good form and everyone seemed to enjoy seeing him enjoy the day."
Honouring tradition at Charlotte's christening
Prince George wore an almost identical outfit to his baby sister's christening to the one his father wore when he visited his newborn brother in hospital.
The toddler's outfit featured a Peter Pan collared white shirt with red trim and patterns, teamed with red shorts.