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Prince William Is in Full-on Dad Mode in Striking New Photos

He's in the zone

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Prince William might officially be a father of three—Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 7—but let’s be real, his dad energy goes way beyond his own kids. Case in point: his recent visit to Mentivity House in South London, where he seemed to fully lean into wholesome, hands-on, dad-mode.

Mentivity, an award-winning organization known for its work in mentoring and alternative education, per its website, welcomed the Prince of Wales for a day of connection, laughter and a bit of playful competition. And judging by the pics, William was thriving.

In a new carousel of photos shared by Kensington Palace, he’s seen grinning ear to ear, chatting with community members and joining school-aged kids in what appears to be a friendly video game session. One photo even shows him mid-laugh, completely in the moment, while another catches him hanging out near a lively ping-pong match.

Honestly? It’s giving “fun dad chaperone at a school trip” vibes—and I'm here for it.

“Great to be at Mentivity House in South London and to see how it provides a safe and inspiring space for young people,” the caption on the post read. “As an organisation built on trust, listening, and a deep understanding of local needs, @mentivity is an outstanding example of what’s possible when those at the grassroots are empowered.”

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This isn’t the first time we’ve seen Prince William tap into his playful parenting side, either. Back in January, he visited NatureMetrics, one of the finalists for his Earthshot Prize. But the highlight? Watching him and local students turning their water filters into makeshift water guns.

Looks like Prince William’s found the ultimate youth serum: showing up and having fun.

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