Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has quietly returned to work for the first time since completing her cancer treatment. According to the Court Circular, the official record of the Royal Family’s activities, the 42-year-old met with her Centre for Early Childhood team and Kensington Palace staff at Windsor Castle. The meeting, which focused on her early years’ childhood project, marks her gradual return to royal duties after her cancer diagnosis in March.
The Princess announced her diagnosis on March 22, and on September 9, she revealed in a social media video message that she had completed chemotherapy. In the video, which was filmed at her family’s country residence, Anmer Hall, Kate expressed her relief at finishing treatment. She reflected on the difficulty of the past nine months, describing the experience as “complex, scary, and unpredictable” but also a journey that offered a new perspective on life. The message was emotional, as she acknowledged the impact the illness had on her and her family, including her husband Prince William and their three children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6.
Despite undergoing treatment, Kate remained engaged in her work when able, especially concerning her early years’ project, which focuses on the long-term effects of childhood experiences on social challenges like mental health and homelessness. Throughout the summer, she made two public appearances: at Trooping the Colour in mid-June and at Wimbledon on July 14, where she attended alongside Princess Charlotte.
Looking ahead, Kate is expected to slowly ease back into public engagements. While there are no confirmed events for the coming months, she is “potentially” expected to attend the Remembrance Sunday service on November 10 and is planning to host her annual Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey in December. A source indicated that her work schedule may remain light as she focuses on her health and recovery.
In her video message, Kate stated that she is looking forward to taking part in more public duties while continuing her focus on staying cancer-free. She expressed gratitude for the support she received and spoke candidly about the vulnerability and perspective that come with facing such a health challenge.
