Kate Middleton returns to royal duties days after revealing she is cancer-free.
The Princess of Wales gracefully reentered the public eye, meeting with her dedicated team at the Centre for Early Childhood on Tuesday, September 17, as confirmed by the Court Circular and reported by The Telegraph.
“This afternoon, the Princess of Wales, Joint Patron of the Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales, held an Early Years Meeting at Windsor Castle,” the circular noted.
According to The Times, Middleton plans to take on “a handful” of royal responsibilities for the remainder of the year.
On September 9, the mother of three took to social media to share her heartfelt health update. “As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment,” she expressed. “The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant, and we’ve had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters of the unknown.”
“The cancer journey is complex, scary, and unpredictable for everyone, especially for those closest to you,” she reflected. “It has challenged me to confront vulnerabilities I had never considered before, and from this, I’ve gained a new perspective on life. This experience has reminded William and me to appreciate the small yet significant things, often overlooked— the love we share with one another. Remaining cancer-free is my central focus now.”
“Though I have completed chemotherapy, my recovery process is long, and I must continue to embrace each day as it arrives,” she added. “I am looking forward to returning to work and assuming a few more public engagements in the months ahead. Despite all that I’ve gone through, I enter this chapter of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation for life.”
“William and I are profoundly grateful for the support we’ve received and have drawn immense strength from those helping us during this time. The kindness, empathy, and compassion shown to us have been incredibly humbling. To everyone battling their own cancer journey, I stand with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness can come light, so may your light shine brightly.”
Since revealing her diagnosis in March, Middleton has largely remained out of the public eye.
“These past months have been incredibly challenging for our family,” she expressed in a candid video. “However, I am thankful for the exceptional medical team that has taken excellent care of me.”
Moreover, she emphasized her work in the community, stating, “It has always brought me immense joy, and I look forward to returning fully as I heal. For now, my priority is to achieve a complete recovery.”
In July, Middleton triumphantly reunited with public life as she attended Wimbledon, accompanied by her daughter, Princess Charlotte. They were present at the Men’s Final Match between the extraordinary Carlos Alcaraz and the legendary Novak Djokovic.
Her sister, Pippa Middleton, joined them to enjoy the highly anticipated match. “Great to be back at @Wimbledon! There’s nothing quite like The Championships,” Middleton shared on social media, celebrating her return.