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There’s no denying that Prince William and Kate Middleton have come a long way since their early days of dating as fresh-faced students at the University of St. Andrews. More than 20 years of knowing each other, three kids, and ten years of marriage later, the Prince and Princess of Wales have a lot to show for the life they’ve cultivated together — and that includes a treasure trove of photos that prove what a fantastic match they are.

It’s hard to believe it’s been over a decade since William and Kate said, “I do.” But you know what they say: Time flies when you’re having fun! From exotic vacations to royal engagements and everything in between, William and Kate have kept things interesting. Snapshots of the super-cute couple over their decades together show two people who genuinely enjoy each other’s company.

So we’re taking a stroll down memory lane in honor fo their 12th wedding anniversary! Need to have your faith in lasting love restored? Look no further than these heartwarming photos of William and Kate over the course of their relationship.

A version of this article was originally published April 2016.

Even the Prince and Princess of Wales can’t get enough of the furry friends of the world! During their visit to Wales, they met this Search Dog on the Mountain Rescue Team and obviously, couldn’t get enough of their new furry friend!

In a recent TikTok, fans could see a cheeky moment between the two lovebirds during their 2022 trip to the Bahamas. (See the video HERE!) In the clip, a local can be seen offering William a piece of the conch before the royal responds “I’m okay thanks, I’m okay.” Middleton, on the other hand, tries it with no hesitation before giving a double thumbs-up. “I’m a little bit more adventurous than William is so it’s okay,” she told the chef, poking fun at her hubby.

Prince William and Kate Middleton participated in a spin class while visiting Aberavon Leisure and Fitness Centre in Port Talbot and a little friendly competition ensued. Middleton beat her husband in a 45-second race — while wearing high heels no less!

These two did some rare PDA on the 2023 BAFTAs red carpet, with Kate smiling as she whispered in a laughing William’s ear!

In Feb 2023, a clip of them during the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey showed a really sweet moment between the lovebirds, specifically over an umbrella. The now-viral and resurfaced clip has been posted to TikTok with the caption, “umbrella pls for my queen | #katemiddleton #princesscatherine #princewilliam #wales #fyp.” See the video HERE! (And as you can see here, Kate looks so grateful for him!)

On January 26, Prince William and Kate Middleton visited the Windsor Foodshare to shed light on the work they’re doing to provide food to those in need. We love a couple who has their eye on a good cause!

Kate and William just finished up their 3-day trip to Boston and it’s safe to say they had an amazing time. This adorable black and white shot, taken behind the scenes at The Earthshot Prize 2022, shows the two lovebirds laughing at each other in pure bliss.

During the first day in their long-awaited trip to Boston, Kate and William attended a Celtics game together. In the pics, the two could be seen laughing, cheering on the team and sneaking in some sweet rare PDA. The low-key hand holding on his leg? So sweet!

During their official visit to Scarborough on Nov 03, the Princess of Wales was seen looking lovingly as her husband. Though we can only imagine how proud she is of the royal, this photo absolutely proves it!

While visiting the Copper Box Arena to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Coach Core on Oct 13, Kate couldn’t help but laugh as her husband’s remarks. We wish we were a fly on the wall in that conversation – after all, was he that funny or is Kate just extra smitten?

We never get tired of seeing photos of Kate and William with their minis — aka son Prince George and daughter Princess Charlotte. The Cambridges brought their eldest children to attend Easter Church services at St. George’s Chapel with other members of the royal family on April 17, 2022.

There’s never a dull moment for the royals, and that was abundantly true when The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited NHS staff and patients at Clitheroe Community Hospital and heard about their experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic. The couple even had the opportunity to pet a puppy named Jasper, who will one day become a therapy dog!

Kate Middleton was the host of Together At Christmas community carol service at Westminster Abbey in December 2021. While hosting the event, and showing off her piano-playing skills, Prince William gave his wife a tender look.

It’s never hard to find a photo of Kate and William smiling, but during the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall in November 2021, the two were practically beaming!

We know the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are always showing each other support in their latest endeavors. During the 2021 Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony, Kate flashed a sweet smile at her husband, showing him just how proud she was of all he’d accomplished with his latest venture.

Like everyone else, Kate and William have had their travel and plans curtailed due to COVID-19, but they were seen back to work this April visiting charity Cheesy Waffles Project in Durham. Any chance for these two to get a little sporty and help out a charity at the same time, you know they’ll take it.

Royal tots Princess Charlotte, Prince George, and Prince Louis got their first run at a royal red carpet on this December 2020 trip to the Palladium with mum and dad.

After the unconscionably difficult year that was 2020, Kate and William headed up this Windsor event to thank essential workers in their royal holiday best.

On a trip to Barry Island, South Wales, the Prince and Princess of Wales tried their hand at this arcade game, where Kate seems rather chuffed with her own performance.

While here for the serious occasion of the 72nd anniversary of the National Health Service, William always seems to be able to crack Kate up.

It’s hard not to love a royal couple whose idea of a royal date night is tossing back a couple of pints at the Guinness Storehouse’s Gravity Bar.

We’re not sure what’s more precious here — the fact that William has gotten a case of the giggles, or the look on Kate’s face as she stares adoringly at her laugh-stricken husband.

During their stop in Pakistan on their October 2019 royal tour, William and Kate looked relaxed and happy outside of the Badshahi Mosque.

He may be a modern royal, but Prince William also definitely qualifies as a Renaissance man. We can’t tell if Kate is impressed or surprised by her husband’s juggling skills but, either way, it’s clear she thinks he’s pretty cute doing it.

A little friendly competition never hurt anyone, and you can tell by the look on these two’s faces that they have a playful rivalry going during a camogie match in Ireland.

First of all, who looks this great in rugged outerwear? Kate and William enjoyed a long walk and talk, all bundled up, while visiting Dublin’s spectacular Howth Cliff.

In March 2020, Kate couldn’t help but be amused while she and William helped prepare a meal at the charitable Savannah House. Do you suppose the prince’s carrot-peeling prowess (or lack thereof) is funny? If so, Kate doesn’t mind.

It may not be the most traditionally romantic place, but William and Kate even manage to make the grocery store look like a dreamy date experience. It doesn’t hurt that they’re shopping with and for in-need youth at Savannah House. Benevolent foodies — they’re the best.

Just because William and Kate make an appearance without their kids, it doesn’t mean they aren’t thinking about Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. Here, the proud parents look truly delighted to have been gifted red dragons for their little ones during a visit to Tata Steel in Port Talbot, U.K., this February.

Pop quiz! What’s sweeter: the treats William and Kate enjoyed while visiting Joe’s Ice Cream Parlour in South Wales, or the fact that these two still go on ice cream dates? (It’s them; it’s always them.)

While visiting the U.K.’s Khidmat Centre in January, Kate and Will traded hushed small talk while admiring a tower of cupcakes. And, honestly, their shared love for sweets kind of makes us adore them even more.

You just can’t get much more heartwarming than a pair of precious little puppies. Unless the puppies in question are part of the Army Canine Centre in Pakistan, and they’re being fawned over by the cutest couple in the British monarchy.

Not only are William and Kate individually wonderful humans, but they’re also an awe-inspiring pair — a fact made all the more evident by visits like this to the SOS Children’s Village in Lahore.

While learning more about the unique culture and heritage of the Kalash people in October 2019, Kate and William tried on local headdresses. Making the moment all the more special? William’s late mother, Princess Diana, was gifted with similar Chitrali hats during her own visit to the region in the early ’90s.

Kate and William proved to be a united (and loving) front when their middle child, Princess Charlotte, joined big bro Prince George in attending Thomas’s Battersea school in London.

Kate and William couldn’t have looked happier or more at home on the water during the King’s Cup Sailing Regatta in Cowes.

Will and Kate sure do clean up nicely! You can tell by Kate’s look she really liked the way William worked his suit on Royal Ascot Day in the U.K. in June 2019.

Even when they look a little nerdy (sorry, Wills!), the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are still #CoupleGoals.

During a particularly somber day in London, William proved he’ll do anything to protect his wife… in this case from rain, but we have no doubt his chivalry extends.

You’ve gotta appreciate a couple who can be totally goofy in front of each other. William and Kate only have eyes for each other even when those eyes are covered in gigantic safety goggles.

You literally cannot get any cuter than William and Kate’s hilariously chaotic family moment at the 2019 Trooping the Colour ceremony. And they’re still smiling! Priceless.

Who could possibly ever forget how iconic Kate looked at the couple’s 2011 wedding? Or, for that matter, how smitten William look with his new wife?

Kate Middleton and Prince William practically had hearts in their eyes at London’s St. James Palace when they announced their engagement back in 2008. Note her strategic hand placement to show off that beautiful heirloom ring!

During their early dating years, Kate and Will liked to cool off by hitting the slopes. But as this snapshot from a trip to the Swiss Alps in 2006 proves, the snow is no match for the heat between these two.

Who are these precious babies?! Do you think Kate and William had any inkling during those day dates at the polo club nearly two decades ago that they’d end up where they are now? We like to think they knew all along.