While Prince William enjoys a good dance session at a Taylor Swift concert, it’s his daughter, Princess Charlottewho is the real Swiftie of the family.
The Prince of Wales, 42, accompanied her two eldest children – Prince George, 10, and Charlotte, 9 — for Swift’s Eras Tour show in London on Fridaywhich happened to be his 42nd birthday.
A source told ET: “Princess Charlotte is the biggest Taylor Swift fan in the family. She had wanted to go to the show for months, but with her mother being treated for cancer, this was a really special day to be able to celebrate her. Dad’s birthday is like this.”
Kate Middleton did not join William and their two children for a night out. Instead, she stayed at home with the youngest son, Prince Louis, 6, ET learned. As the Princess of Wales, 42, recently confirmed on social media, she is currently undergoing chemotherapy for an undisclosed form of cancer and will be undergoing treatment “for a few more months”.
“Charlotte loved (the show),” adds the source. “They are truly wonderful children. William and Kate did a fantastic job raising all three of them. They understand and appreciate how lucky they were to meet someone like Taylor Swift.”
As a special gift, Swift and her boyfriend, Travis Kelcewho also attended the show, had a private meeting with royalty backstage.
During the concert, William was seen inside Wembley Stadium as he sang his signature hit, “Shake It Off.” Footage of the future king dancing to the beloved track quickly went viral on social media, with fans pleasantly surprised by William’s enthusiasm.
A source who knows William told ET that he wouldn’t mind his “dad dance” going viral. Williams “is focused on his wife and kids right now. He really just wanted it to be a special night for Prince George and Princess Charlotte,” the source said.
On William and Kate’s official social media accounts, the family expressed their gratitude for what was sure to become a cherished memory. “Thank you @taylorswift for a great night!” the posts read. “#LondonTSTheErastour.”
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