After Kate Middleton spent most of last year receiving cancer treatment away from the spotlight, Prince William kicked off 2025 with a public birthday post as his wife turned 43 on January 9. The royal family has begun shifting away their usual formal social media presence amid Kate’s illness,

The Prince of Wales wrote that he and the couple’s three kids — Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis — “are so proud” of Middleton.

Kate Middleton ditched her engagement ring for the Princess of Wales' first royal outing of 2025 — but there's nothing to worry about! Fans expressed concern over the state of Kate and her husband Prince William's marriage after she recently made an appearance at Royal Marsden Hospital in London without the shiny rock on her finger.

Prince William has sparked speculation following Kate's nod to Princess Diana. The Princess of Wales performed a solo engagement at the Royal Marsden Hospital on Tuesday, marking the occasion with a meaningful new addition to her jewellery collection.

The Princess of Wales nearly missed out on her royal love after having her heart set on heading to University of Edinburgh, before making a last minute decision.