A photograph of the Duchess of Edinburgh smiling has been released by Buckingham Palace to celebrate her upcoming 60th birthday. The photo of Sophie mid-laugh perched on a window seat at her home in Bagshot Park was captured by the London-based photographer Christina Ebenezer earlier this month.

Ahead of Duchess Sophie's 60th birthday this month, Buckingham Palace have released a new series of stunning photos of her - and as well as her beautiful outfits, there was one other thing that stood out to royal fans.

The royal family Instagram account is getting ahead of the festivities and just shared Duchess Sophie's portrait before her birthday on Monday. However, there's one tiny detail that I almost missed—and it has nothing to do with her photos.

Duchess Sophie is turning 60, but she’s not feeling it even a bit!The Duchess of Edinburgh is all set to ring in her milestone birthday on Monday, January 20, 2025, however, she is in no mood to tell the number loudly.

The picture was taken at Bagshot Park this month by photographer Christina Ebenezer, who was recommended by the duchess for her "creative style" of work.

The Duchess of Edinburgh has a big birthday on Monday. It is best not to mention the number too loudly. “I’m 21!” she protests, laughing, before being reminded that it is he

Photographer Christina Ebenezer took the picture of the Duchess of Edinburgh, and perfectly captures the senior royal's effortless charm.

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, has marked her 60th birthday on Monday with the release of a new photograph.

The picture of a relaxed looking Sophie was taken by fashion photographer Christina Ebenezer.