James Middleton, brother to the Princess of Wales, has shared a photograph of his young son, Inigo, observing a recent solar eclipse. The image, posted on Instagram, features two-year-old Inigo alongside the family's golden retrievers, Mabel and Isla, as the sun beamed down.
The solar eclipse, described as the UK's most significant since 1999, occurred between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Wednesday. While not a total eclipse, the event was visible across much of the nation, with the moon obscuring up to 96 percent of the sun's disc at its peak. This resulted in a noticeable drop in light and temperature, though the sky did not become completely dark.
Middleton, who shares Inigo with his wife Alizée Thévenet, captioned the photo, "Solar Eclipse 2026. A strange, beautiful few minutes… The dogs, meanwhile, weren’t entirely sure what was going on…" The photograph captured a moment of curiosity as Inigo, sitting on a football and holding a toy husky, pointed towards the sky, with his dog Mabel appearing to follow suit.
The image garnered significant attention online, with many users praising Middleton's photography skills and the charm of the scene. Some commenters humorously referred to the three golden figures in the photo—Inigo and his two dogs—as "3 beautiful Goldens."
This sharing of a family moment comes after Middleton recently disclosed his participation in parts of the Three Peaks Challenge alongside his sister, Catherine. He described the endeavor as fulfilling a promise made after her cancer diagnosis, highlighting the therapeutic value of nature for both body and mind. Middleton expressed pride in his sister's strength and resilience during the challenge, noting her determination while managing her roles as a mother, wife, daughter, and sister.