The king who surprised everyone marks a milestone birthday with a portrait caught in thought
15th April 2025
His reign is the unexpected success story of the 21st century and as he turns 65, King Philippe of the Belgians has plenty to celebrate.
The man who was written off by some when he was still a potential heir has become one of the most popular monarchs on the continent of Europe.
Now, as he marks his milestone birthday, a new portrait of the Belgian monarch has been revealed and it shows him…