He was the man behind the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's 2010 engagement photo and now Mario Testino is to take the official portrait at Princess Charlotte's christening. The news, which was announced by Kensington Palace today, is the latest sign of royal approval for the fashion veteran who has also photographed Prince Harry and Prince Charles. Most famous, though, are his 1997 portraits of Princess Diana which were taken shortly before her death and published in Vanity Fair. Speaking this afternoon, a delighted Mr Testino described himself as being 'honoured' and 'overwhelmed' by his latest royal commission. 'I am overwhelmed and honoured to be chosen to document this occasion,' said the 60-year-old Peruvian photographer.Mario Testino, 60, is to take the official photos at Charlotte's christeningFamously photographed Princess Diana shortly before her death in 1997Also took the engagement portrait for the Duke and Duchess of CambridgeHas since taken official photographs of Charles, Harry and CamillaPrincess Charlotte will be christened on Sunday in Sandringham
The choice of Mr Testino will be seen as another nod to Princess _, with whom the fashion photographer was friends.