A new photo of Prince Louis was released by the Prince and Princess of Wales on Tuesday to mark their youngest son's 6th birthday. This image, the first released by the family since the photo-editing scandal last month, shows Louis lying on a blanket and grinning at the camera. The photo was taken by his mother Catherine, the Princess of Wales. The family, who typically releases photos to news outlets in advance, decided to post the image directly on their official social media accounts this year due to Kate's ongoing cancer treatment and King Charles III's health issues. The family thanked well-wishers in a short message accompanying the photo.

This birthday celebration comes at a difficult time for the family, as both Kate and King Charles are undergoing cancer treatment. Kate revealed in a video message last month that she had undergone surgery and is now undergoing chemotherapy. The family has been trying to manage the situation privately for the sake of their young family. Despite these challenges, the family is making sure that Louis' birthday is as normal and fun as possible. They are keeping the celebration private and low-key, with Kate's health being a priority.

As Louis celebrates his 6th birthday, the family is also preparing to celebrate Princess Charlotte's 9th birthday on May 2. The family has been keeping a low profile over the past few months, but they are continuing to celebrate important milestones in their children's lives. The family is focused on supporting each other through these difficult times and ensuring that their children have as normal and happy childhoods as possible.