At the May 20, 2025, Buckingham Palace Garden Party, Princess Kate Middleton stunned in a cream Philip Treacy hat—last worn at Meghan and Harry’s 2018 wedding—making a graceful, symbolic nod to royal history and continuity through timeless fashion.
'Although the king is carrying out his duties with typical determination, he has had to accept limitations during his cancer treatment. As a result, William has been taking on more responsibilities,' royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith said.
Catherine, 42, also known as Kate, held a meeting at Windsor Castle, west of London, with staff from the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, the organisation she established, on Tuesday.
The 42-year-old wife of Prince William is expected to undertake a light program of engagements until the end of the year. She announced in March that she was being treated for an undisclosed type of cancer
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, who has maintained a subdued public presence since announcing her cancer battle in March 2024, surprised and delighted spectators at the Wimbledon final with her radiant appearance in a pop coloured purple dress.
"The Princess of Wales, Patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club will attend the Gentlemen's Singles Final of The Championships, Wimbledon on Sunday 14th July," Kensington Palace said in a statement.
Kate Middleton, 42, participated in the Trooping the Colour ceremony on Saturday, marking her first official appearance since disclosing her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. Despite the drizzle, she was seen smiling and composed in a horse-drawn carriage, accompanied by her three children.
Kate Middleton will attend the annual Trooping the Colour event in London on Saturday, marking her first public appearance in over six months. The event celebrates the British sovereign's official birthday.
Responding to her announcement on X, formerly Twitter, Rishi Sunak remarked that the Princess of Wales' statement would be "especially meaningful" to those battling cancer and their families.
After several months away from the spotlight, Kate revealed in a pre-recorded video on March 22 that she has been undergoing cancer treatment and had temporarily stepped back from her royal duties.
Amaia Arrieta, who has been Kate Middleton and Prince William's friend and has been styling their family for over a decade said that the couple was going through hell and added that their struggle was personal.
In the cryptic forecasts that were written several centuries ago, Nostradamus had predicted the potential abdication of a king and the rise of a unexpected successor to the throne.
Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, diagnosed with cancer: Leading Prime Ministers and other dignitaries from across the globe wished the 42-year-old a speedy recovery after the news came through on Friday.
Kate Middleton cancer diagnosis: The Princess of Wales revealed that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy in a video message released March 23.
Kensington Palace had given little detail about Kate’s condition beyond saying it wasn’t cancer-related, the surgery was successful and recuperation would keep the princess away from public duties until April.
Conspiracy theorists raised the possibility of a body double of Kate Middleton, casting doubt on the identity of the woman depicted in the clip.
Rose Hanbury is reportedly a part of the Kate Middleton and Prince William’s inner circle and is a former model. Now, the 39-year-old spends time managing the estate of her husband, David Rocksavage, 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley.
Amid the speculations and a plethora of theories about the Princess of Wales, Kim Kardashian poked fun at the situation. However, her joke didn’t go down well with social media users.
According to The Times newspaper, Kate Middleton, who has not been seen in public ever since she underwent abdominal surgery in January may speak about her ongoing recovery during her public engagements.
Kate Middleton mystery: Royal sources say that Kate's senior staff has not been able to see her or speak to her. 'Only a few people know what’s really going on,' the source said.
Kate Middleton conspiracy theories: Where is the Princess of Wales? Is she sick? Headed towards a divorce from Prince William? Taking a break from royal duties? A roundup of the conspiracy theories surrounding the British royal.
The British monarchy is essentially a massive global brand and the mess it finds itself in right now should be a warning to any business that thinks it can control its own messaging. Recognising that they can seem out of reach and out of touch, brands have taken to social media to meet their consumers where they are. When you attempt to regularly engage with an audience in order to come across as accessible, it only amplifies the decision to go silent when things take a turn
Stephen Colbert dedicated an entire segment of his late night chat show to Prince William’s alleged affair with Lady Rose Hanbury amid the ongoing royal family drama.
There are speculations that Sarah Rose Hanbury’s daughter, Iris, is actually Prince William’s child. Kate Middleton's recent absence from the public eye has only fuelled the fire with rumours of a separation between the royal couple due to Prince William's alleged affair with Hanbury.
Where is Kate Middleton? Conspiracy theories surrounding Princess of Wales have grown by leaps and bounds over the last few days. The British royal was last seen in public in December 2023.