Palace Posts Throwback Picture of Princess Anne and I Can't Get Over This One Detail

Princess Anne’s birthday isn’t for a few more days, but the royal family is turning it into a full-on weeklong celebration. The Princess Royal is set to ring in her 75th birthday on August 15, and in honor of the big milestone, Buckingham Palace decided to kick things off early with a fun tribute: 75 facts about Princess Anne.

On the royal family’s official Instagram page, a slideshow of photos from over the years was posted—along with a sneak peek at some of those 75 tidbits. The lead image shows Princess Anne and King Charles III in full regalia, looking every bit the seasoned royals. The rest of the carousel dives into some serious nostalgia, including a precious baby photo of Anne being held by her mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II. There are also shots of Anne over the years doing what she does best—supporting charities, championing causes and staying dedicated to public service.

Among the more standout facts: Princess Anne was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize in 1990 (casual) and was the first member of the British royal family to ever compete in the Olympic Games. If you want the full list, the post directs fans to the royal family’s website—but honestly, the baby photo stopped me in my tracks. For a second, I truly thought I was looking at Princess Anne… but it was Queen Elizabeth holding her. The resemblance is uncanny. Like mother, like daughter.

This isn’t the only tribute making the rounds this week. On Sunday, Buckingham Palace shared a stunning portrait of Princess Anne looking effortlessly elegant in an all-cream outfit. She’s sitting in a chair, smiling softly, with her hair perfectly pinned back.