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King Charles to Miss Princess Charlotte’s 11th Birthday as State Visit Concludes in Bermuda

The itinerary highlights how royal duty can overtake private family milestones.

Overview

  • The King’s US state visit wraps up in Bermuda on May 2, which is the day Princess Charlotte turns 11.
  • His Bermuda program lists a formal welcome, arts and culture stops, the opening of the new Great Bay Coast Guard Station, and talks with UK Space Agency representatives.
  • Bermuda is four hours behind the UK and the packed schedule leaves little time for a birthday call.
  • The Bermuda leg is described as his first visit as Sovereign to a British Overseas Territory and will proceed without Queen Camilla.
  • William and Kate usually mark their children’s birthdays with a new photo, while coverage notes the King’s close bond with Charlotte, including shared interests like ballet and the friendship bracelets he has worn.