Kate Middleton Makes First Public Appearance Since Cancer Diagnosis

On Saturday, June 15th, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, made her first public appearance since revealing her cancer battle. Radiant and smiling, she rode in a carriage with her three children during a grand parade celebrating King Charles III’s birthday. The central London event was steeped in military tradition and music, with a dramatic touch added by the rain.

Her appearance signified a hopeful turn in her health journey and was a poignant moment for the royal family, already dealing with King Charles’s prostate cancer diagnosis and Catherine’s own health struggles following abdominal surgery. Despite her ongoing recovery, Catherine openly discussed the fluctuating nature of chemotherapy in a statement the day before, noting that some days were better than others. On tough days, she felt weak and fatigued, requiring rest, but on good days, she was determined to make the most of her strength.

Throughout the parade, Catherine and her children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—enjoyed the festivities from a state carriage, waving to the gathered crowds before watching from a sheltered viewpoint. Later, the crowd cheered as she appeared with her family on the Buckingham Palace balcony to watch a Royal Air Force flyby.

Amidst the ceremony, Prince William rode on horseback, while King Charles, also undergoing treatment, opted for a carriage ride with Queen Camilla. Despite the celebratory mood, a few anti-monarchist protesters made their voices heard along the route as well.