Checkout The Best Royal Photos of 2021

From the picture that announced Meghan's pregnancy to images of the royals back at work post-pandemic, here, the most memorable royal photos of the year.

Kate, too, took part in an archery lesson during a visit to The Way Youth Zone.

Kate met an adorable lamb during a visit to Manor Farm in Little Stainton.

Between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's sit-down interview with Oprah Winfrey, Prince Philip's funeral, and the royals' post-pandemic return to work, 2021 has already been a shocking year for the British royal family. Here, the most notable photos from the royals' year thus far.

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Princes William and Harry unveiled a new statue of their late mother Princess Diana on what would have been her 60th birthday. “Every day, we wish she were still with us, and our hope is that this statue will be seen forever as a symbol of her life and her legacy," they said in a statement.

In a sign that things in the UK are returning to normal, the Queen attended the State Opening of Parliament in London on May 11, even though the event took place at a reduced capacity due to pandemic restrictions.

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Sophie, Countess of Wessex attend the National Service of Remembrance at The Cenotaph on November 14, 2021. While the Queen intended to attend, two hours before the event, Buckingham Palace confirms she was not going: “The Queen, having sprained her back, has decided this morning with great regret that she will not be able to attend today’s Remembrance Sunday Service at the Cenotaph. Her Majesty is disappointed that she will miss the service,” the statement read.

In November, Harry and Meghan attended their first public gala since stepping back from their senior royal roles and moving to the United States. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited NYC for the annual Salute To Freedom Gala, an event which raises funds for the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum's educational experiences.

In the early months of the year, the UK was still under a pandemic lockdown, and the royals continued carrying out their duties virtually. Here, the Duchess of Cambridge speaks to Holocaust survivors and youth ambassadors from the Holocaust Educational Trust to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.

For little Archie's second birthday, Harry and Meghan shared this sweet photo of the youngster holding on to a bunch of balloons. They also launched a new initiative for COVID-19 vaccine equity.

While this photo of Prince Philip, the Queen, and several of their great grandchildren was taken by the Duchess of Cambridge back in 2018, it was only shared with the public after the Duke of Edinburgh's passing.

A skilled amateur photographer, the Duchess of Cambridge is known for documenting key moments in her children's lives. Here's the sweet photo she shared of her youngest, Prince Louis, in honor of his 3rd birthday.

Ahead of Prince George's 8th birthday, the Cambridges released this photo of the future king looking quite grown up. Kate, ever the family photographer, took this sweet snap in Norfolk.

Princess Charlotte was also photographed by her mother in honor of the young royal's 6th birthday. Here, the portrait that was shared with the public.

William, Kate, Camilla, and Charles sparkled on the No Time to Die red carpet, keeping up the tradition of royals appearing at James Bond premieres.

In March 2021, Prince Harry and Meghan shocked viewers with their candor during their sit-down interview with Oprah Winfrey. The royals opened up about everything from their mental health struggles to why they chose to step back from the royal family. Here, a still from the program.