Prince William pictured for the first time since Kate issued health update alongside her family

Prince William

Prince William has been pictured for the first time since his wife Princess Kate issued a major health update.

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Svar Nanan-Sen

By Svar Nanan-Sen


Published: 10/09/2024

- 12:04

Updated: 10/09/2024

- 12:47

The Princess of Wales shared a major health update on Monday

Prince William has been pictured for the first time since his wife Princess Kate issued a major health update.

The Princess of Wales confirmed in an emotional video message that she has completed her preventative chemotherapy treatment.


Kate was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year and stepped back from royal duties to focus on her health.

Prince William has stepped out in Wales today for a solo royal engagement.

Prince William

Prince William has been pictured for the first time since his wife Princess Kate issued a major health update.

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The Prince of Wales is visiting Llanelli in South Wales to celebrate Welsh sport, culture and meet local communities.

William carrying out royal duties today comes as the Princess of Wales indicated she will return to work in the coming months.

The royal outlined that she hopes to undertake several engagements before the new year.

Additionally, the Princess of Wales outlined that her main focus is to "stay cancer free" as she continues her journey of healing.

Prince William

Prince William has stepped out in Wales today for a solo royal engagement.

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The Princess of Wales has only made two major public appearances this year, the first coming at Trooping the Colour and the second at Wimbledon alongside her sister Pippa and her daughter Princess Charlotte.

In a statement read out in the video, Kate said: "The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you.

"With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.

"This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.

Prince William and Kate Middleton

The Princess of Wales confirmed in an emotional video message that she has completed her preventative chemotherapy treatment.

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"Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.

"I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.

"Despite all that has gone before, I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life."

GB News understands King Charles and Queen Camilla think the announcement is "wonderful news" and will continue to offer love, thoughts and support to The Princess of Wales during her path to full recovery.

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