**Celebrating the Duke of Cambridge’s 39th Birthday**

The Duke of Cambridge, Prince William, celebrates his 39th birthday today, marking another year in his life that aligns him with his wife Kate and sister-in-law Meghan Markle in age.

William, who is three years older than his late mother Princess Diana was when she tragically passed away in a car crash in Paris, has inherited a substantial sum from his mother's estate.

Alongside his brother, Prince Harry, William received an estimated £10 million each when they turned 30, five years later than Diana had initially intended.

Princess Diana, who had amassed around £20 million at the time of her death, left behind an estate comprising stocks, shares, jewellery, personal belongings, and cash from her divorce settlement with Prince Charles.

While royal wills are typically private, details of Diana's were made public due to changes made by a variation order in the High Court following her passing in 1997.

Originally, Diana had stipulated that her sons could inherit at the age of 25, but this was later amended to allow access to the capital at 30.

When William reached the age of eligibility to inherit, there was no grand celebration.

St James Palace mentioned at the time that he would be observing his birthday in a low-key, private manner.

As William turns 39 this year, plans for his birthday celebration remain undisclosed, but it is likely that he will spend the day with Kate and their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Royal expert Katie Nicholl anticipates that Kate will go all out to ensure William feels appreciated, especially after a challenging year for the royal family.

Amidst the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic, adjustments in royal operations, the loss of Prince Philip, and the aftermath of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's departure from royal duties, the Cambridges have faced numerous challenges.

Nicholl highlighted Kate's role in making birthdays and celebrations special for William and the children, drawing parallels between her and her mother Carol's approach.

She emphasized Kate's efforts to keep William grounded and demonstrate his importance to her and their children, particularly in light of recent events that have brought them closer together.

William's birthday follows Father's Day, shedding light on the dynamics within the royal family.

The relationship between William and his father, Prince Charles, appears strong, while Harry seems to be more distant from the family unit.

The upcoming unveiling of the Princess Diana statue at Kensington Palace on July 1st, which coincides with what would have been her 60th birthday, will bring the brothers together once again.

This event symbolizes a moment of unity amidst the complexities and challenges faced by the royal family in recent times.