Why is Catherine, Princess of Wales trending?
Catherine is trending for her candid remarks about missing 13-year-old Prince George, who has returned home from Eton College for a school break. Her relatable parenting comments during a charity visit resonated widely.
What happened
- 29 Oct 2026
Princess Catherine visits Café 98 in Norfolk, revealing she 'missed' Prince George during his first full-term at Eton. [2]
- Earlier
Prince George begins half-term break from Eton College, returning home to Windsor until 8 November. [1][2][3]
- Earlier
Royal reporters highlight the family's access to a private Scottish cottage (Tam-Na-Ghar) for potential holiday trips. [1]
What you need to know
Prince George started full-time boarding at Eton College in September 2026. [2][3]
His current break runs from 23 October to 8 November 2026 (Eton's 'long leave'). [3]
The family has a humble three-bedroom cottage in Scotland for private getaways (leased from the Crown Estate). [1]
George has his own study-bedroom at Eton, per school rules. [2]
No confirmed details about the family's holiday plans during George's break have been announced.
Background
Prince George (13) is second in line to the British throne and started at prestigious Eton College (founded 1440) in September 2026. [3]
This marks his first experience of full-time boarding, away from siblings Princess Charlotte (11) and Prince Louis (8). [3]
Princess Catherine made the comments during a visit to an East Anglia's Children's Hospices charity shop. [2][3]
Questions people ask
Why is Princess Catherine missing Prince George?
As a mother, she openly admitted to missing her eldest son during his first prolonged absence at boarding school, a sentiment many parents understand. [2][3]
How long is Prince George's school break?
Eton's 'long leave' gives him 16 days off from 23 October to 8 November 2026. [3]
Where might the family vacation?
They have access to a private Scottish cottage on the Balmoral estate, though no trip has been confirmed. [1]
Where this came from
[1] hellomagazine.com
Prince William and Princess Kate's secret cottage that worked as the perfect paparazzi hideout
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[2] hellomagazine.com
Princess Kate shares update on Prince George as he settles into Eton life
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[3] vanityfair.com
Kate Middleton Welcomes Prince George Back From Boarding School: “I Can’t Wait to Have Them All Home.”
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