Senior members of the British royal family came together to mark a historic occasion, posing for a rare group portrait in honor of what would have been Queen Elizabeth II’s 100th birthday.

The photograph was taken during a reception at Buckingham Palace on April 21, bringing together the working royals who continue to carry forward the legacy of one of the world’s most iconic monarchs. At the center of the image stands King Charles III, alongside Queen Camilla, reflecting the continuity of the monarchy.

Joining them are the Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Kate Middleton, who represent the future of the royal family. William remains the only one of Queen Elizabeth’s grandchildren currently serving as a full-time working royal.

Also present in the portrait are Princess Anne and Prince Edward — two of King Charles’ siblings — along with Edward’s wife, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh. The image further includes extended family members such as the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, as well as other royal relatives who continue to support official duties.

Notably absent from the gathering is Prince Andrew, who stepped back from public life in recent years and no longer holds royal titles.

This marks the first time since King Charles’ coronation in 2023 that senior working royals have posed together for an official group photograph, though with slight differences in attendance.

The gathering also reflects King Charles’ long-standing vision of a more streamlined monarchy, focused on a smaller group of working royals carrying out official duties. Over the years, this approach has shaped the evolving structure of the royal family.

As the royal family honored Queen Elizabeth’s centennial, the portrait served as both a tribute to her enduring legacy and a symbol of continuity — highlighting the figures who will guide the monarchy into the future.