Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. The beloved royal youngster is set to miss out on the usual birthday delight as it appears Kensington Palace has opted to abandon a much-loved tradition. The heartwarming images are usually taken by his mother, Kate, yet this year's birthday seems to deviate from that expectation. Speculation suggests that the decision not to issue a fresh portrait could be related to the controversy created by the last family snapshot shared.