Prince George Has a Special Role in Queen Elizabeth’s Annual Christmas Day Broadcast

Set your DVRs, ladies and gents, because this year’s royal Christmas Day broadcast will feature a super-special—albeit familiar—guest star: Prince George.

According to The Sunday Times, the 6-year-old royal will have a starring role in Queen Elizabeth’s annual program.

Unfortunately, the family hasn’t released any further details about the televised broadcast, which is prepared months in advance. However, we do know that part of the segment will include Prince George making Christmas pudding alongside Prince William, Prince Charles and Queen Elizabeth. So, come hungry, folks.

The news of Prince George’s involvement comes just a few days after Prince Philip was admitted to a London hospital to be treated for a “pre-existing condition.” Buckingham Palace released a statement, explaining, “The admission is a precautionary measure, on the advice of His Royal Highness’s Doctor.”

While we’re total suckers for a George cameo, his last-minute appearance likely came as a result of Prince Philip’s hospital visit. Since a portion of the broadcast is pre-recorded, Philip was forced to withdraw from the broadcast, leaving a spot open for Prince George.

The queen’s first broadcast was in 1957. Since then, millions of people have tuned in on Christmas Day to watch her live from Buckingham Palace or Sandringham.

Although they could have easily selected Kate Middleton to fill Prince Philip’s role, we applaud whoever gave George his well-deserved fifteen minutes of fame.

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