Kate and William Continue Their Royal Duties

Despite Archer’s departure, it remains business as usual for the Prince and Princess of Wales. The couple recently attended a French state banquet, where Kate turned heads in a striking red silk gown paired with a diamond tiara.

Earlier this month, the Princess of Wales spoke candidly about her recovery journey following cancer treatment. During a visit to Colchester Hospital on July 2, she reflected on how challenging life has been post-treatment.

“You put on a sort of brave face, stoicism through treatment. Treatment’s done, then it’s like, ‘I can crack on, get back to normal,’ but actually, the phase afterwards is really, really difficult,” she said.

She continued, “You’re not necessarily under the clinical team any longer, but you’re not able to function normally at home as you perhaps once used to. And actually, someone to help talk you through that, show you and guide you through that sort of phase that comes after treatment, I think is really valuable.”

Middleton also spoke about learning to accept a “new normal,” adding, “It takes time… and it’s a roller coaster, it’s not smooth, like you expect it to be. But the reality is you go through hard times.”

A Tough Year for the Royal Family

In March 2024, the Princess revealed she had been undergoing treatment for cancer, though the specific type was not disclosed. She largely stepped back from public duties, focusing on her health and her family.

“The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family,” she shared at the time. “Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.”

By September, she had completed her chemotherapy treatments. In a January Instagram post, she wrote, “It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery.”

She added, “As anyone who has experienced a cancer diagnosis will know, it takes time to adjust to a new normal. I am however looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead. There is much to look forward to. Thank you to everyone for your continued support.”