And as he self isolates after testing positive for Covid-19, we send him our best wishes with a reminder of the wonderful times he has graced the area on royal visits.
Did you get to see him at Crowtree Leisure Centre in 1978, or at Sunderland University in 1998? How about at Washington Wildfowl Park in 1983 or in Seaham in 1978?
We have reminders of them all. Take a look and then get in touch with your own memories of royal visits to the area.
6. Meeting the crowds at Crowtree
Plenty of smiles as Prince Charles visits Sunderland Leisure Centre, Crowtree Road, in May 1978. Photo: Sunderland Echo
7. A great day for Cass
Prince Charles met Cass the Lady Clown in 1996. Cass started off with help from the Prince's Trust. Photo: se
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