Royal fans were delighted by the new portrait of Prince Louis in celebration of his seventh birthday, with many commenting on how grown-up the young royal looked!

On the latest episode of A Right Royal Podcast, hosts Andrea Caamano and Emmy Griffiths highlighted a noticeable shift in how the royal family now releases birthday portraits.

Andrea pointed out: “I can’t help but notice that recently, there’s been a change. We used to receive the photos the night before, but now we’re just waiting around on the day, and they release them whenever they choose. What’s behind that change?”

Royal Editor Emily Nash offered several insights into why the photos are no longer released the evening before, as fans had come to expect. To hear her full explanation, tune in to the latest episode of A Right Royal Podcast!

The episode also dives into the team’s reactions to the newest installment of Meghan Markle’s podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder with Meghan, Prince William’s attendance at Pope Francis’ funeral, and why Prince Louis’ birthday portrait this year was taken by a professional photographer instead of Princess Kate — plus much more!