Prince George, 12, recently stepped into a touching family legacy during a visit to The Passage, a homelessness charity in London.
The occasion offered a rare moment for George to connect with his late grandmother, Princess Diana, whose footsteps he followed decades after she first visited the charity in 1993 alongside a young Prince William.
Discovering Family History
During his visit at the charity’s St Vincent’s centre, George helped prepare Christmas lunch and stumbled upon a visitors’ book that held a piece of royal history.
The book included signatures from Diana and an 11-year-old William, four years before her tragic passing.
George’s reaction to seeing his grandmother’s name was a heartfelt, breathless, “Wow.”
In a symbolic continuation of the family connection, George added his own name beneath Diana’s, marking the next chapter of this special tradition.
A Proud Moment for Prince William
Mick Clarke, the charity’s chief executive, described the scene as a “proud-dad moment” for William.
He recalled showing George the page from his father’s first visit and asking if George would like to sign it.
William’s encouragement made the moment even more special, telling his son, “That’s my mum. And this was the very first day that she took me to The Passage.”
Clarke reflected on how the moment bridged generations, noting the almost poetic full-circle journey from 1993 to 2025.
Getting Hands-On for the Community
George didn’t just sign the visitors’ book—he rolled up his sleeves and actively helped at the charity.
He assisted in cooking a Christmas meal for the homeless, helped volunteers pack care parcels for those who couldn’t attend, and even joined in decorating a donated Christmas tree from Westminster Abbey.
Family Bonding in the Kitchen
The visit also reunited William with The Passage’s head chef, Claudette Dawkins, who has appeared in a documentary alongside the prince.
Clarke mentioned there was plenty of playful “banter” as William helped prepare sprouts while George focused on Yorkshire puddings.
He emphasized that both father and son were relaxed and fully engaged, highlighting how comfortable George felt in this hands-on, meaningful experience.
A Full-Circle Moment to Remember
The day was more than just a royal engagement—it was a heartfelt connection across generations.
From Diana’s visit in 1993 to George’s contribution in 2025, the royal family’s commitment to the charity continues, creating lasting memories while helping those in need.
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