Parenting

Princess Mary’s son Christian celebrates his 10th birthday

My, how the time has flown!

It’s hard to believe Crown Princess Mary and Frederik, the Crown Prince of Denmark’s son Christian is 10 years old!

Prince Christian Valdemar Henri John celebrated his milestone birthday on October 15 and to celebrate the occasion, he released a new series of portraits.

He posed alongside his Danish-born Border Collie Ziggy, who was gifted to Mary and Fred in 2005 by the Danish Kennel Club.

Christian is the eldest child, playing big brother to Princess Isabella and twins, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine.

And anyone who’s got a big brother knows they can be a little overbearing, even over protective, but at the same time – you wouldn’t trade them for anything.

So to celebrate his 10th birthday, we’ve compiled our list of our favourite celebrity big brothers.

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Adorable! Christian poses alongside his pooch, Ziggy. Image: Snapper

Christian is the eldest child, playing big brother to Princess Isabella and twins, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine. Image: Snapper

Princess Mary’s little Prince Christian has taken on the big brother duties to Princess Isabella, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine.

When Kate released these pictures of Prince George with baby Princess Charlotte, our hearts melted, it was then we knew he was going to be the perfect big brother.

All together now: awww!

Remind you of anyone? Big bro William was just as sweet with Harry when he was little.

But the two sure grew up well.

Even though they may not need it any more, we’re sure Prince Charles still plays big brother to Princess Anne, Prince Edward and Prince Andrew.

Brangelina’s eldest, Maddox, has been said to be the “leader” of their extensive flock.

Victoria and David Beckham’s eldest boy, Brooklyn, is proving to be a supportive brother to younger siblings, Romeo and Cruz.

And especially to little Harper Seven.

Thor star, Chris Hemsworth, has no problem acting tough for little brother, Liam.

Alec is the eldest of the talented Baldwin bunch.

Funnymen James and Dave Franco are Hollywood brothers.

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