Prince William is making his first royal outing of the year (and taking on a new patronage) after Kate Middleton announced she is in "remission" from cancer.

The palace made the rare decision to release two health announcements, marking the start of a year that would prove to be unlike any other for the royal family

Prince William bought a round of drinks for soccer fans in Birmingham, England, after Kate Middleton announced her cancer was in remission

The Princess of Wales made a statement after visiting the hospital where she received treatment Kate Middleton is thanking those who have helped her and husband Prince William during her cancer journey.

There’s been a major shift in Prince William’s body language. Maybe he’s relieved that his wife Kate Middleton’s cancer is in remission. Or perhaps he’s thrilled about his brand-new roles. Or maybe his growing beard has given him a new wave of confidence.

Prince William and Kate Middleton fell in love while they were both students at the University of St Andrews in Scotland, but they almost never crossed paths

Kate and William, the Prince and Princess of Wales, confirmed their patronage of the hospital where she had cancer treatment, the Royal Marsden Hospital in London.

This week has been full of exciting royal family news. First, Kate Middleton returned to the same cancer center where she received treatment and revealed that she’s “in remission.” Then, she announced that she and her husband,

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.