King Charles Kept Prince George "Like an Unexploded Bomb"

King Charles III is a devoted grandpa to his five grandchildren and his wife's four grandchildren.

Charles was distant with his first grandchild, Prince George, when he was born in 2013.

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Charles was more confident and hands-on with Charlotte and Louis because he was more used to his role by then.

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In images, Charles held George like an unexploded bomb, showing he was constrained with touch and affection.

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Charles seems to treat George differently than his siblings and cousins because of his position in line to the throne.

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James believes that Charles and George have a special relationship that will grow over time.

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Charles is grandfather to Prince William's three children and Prince Harry's two children.

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He is likely to also spend time with Camilla's grandchildren, Eliza, Gus, and Louis Lopes, and Lola Parker Bowles.

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Charles and George share a mutual interest in the environment and gardening, which could strengthen their bond.

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