Kate Middleton Makes First Public Appearance Since Completing Chemotherapy

Mar. 15, 2025

Kate Middleton.Photo:NEWSLINE MEDIA LIMITEDKate Middletonhas made her first public appearance since announcing thecompletion of her chemotherapy.The Princess of Wales, 42, was spotted attending a service with her husbandPrince Williamand other members of the royal family at Crathie Kirk Church near Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Sunday, Sept. 22.Kate flashed a brief smile as she sat in the passenger seat of a car beside William, 42, who was driving the vehicle.The princess wore a dark green wide-brimmed hat with feathers on the side and a brown tartan checked coat, while William wore a dark suit for the occasion.King CharlesandQueen Camillawere also photographed making their way to the church in separate cars.Her attendance at church marks Kate’s first appearance since announcing earlier this month that she finished her chemotherapy treatment, which she first revealed she was undergoing in March, at the same time as she shared hercancer diagnosis.Kate Middleton.NEWSLINE MEDIA LIMITEDIn an emotional video message posted on Sept. 9, Kate shared that she had completed her cancer treatment as she was filmed with Prince William and their three children,Prince George, 11,Princess Charlotte, 9, andPrince Louis, 6.The princess said it was a “relief” to have finished treatment, continuing in the clip, “The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. 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.““The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you… 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.“Kate joined Prince William, King Charles and Queen Camilla (pictured) at the church service.Lesley Martin - Pool/GettyKate said she is “doing what I can to stay cancer-free” and that she will return to work “in the coming months when I can.”Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage?Sign up for our free Royals newsletterto get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more!On Sept. 17, it was reported that the princess had indeed returned to work. According to the Court Circular, the official record of the Royal family’s activities, Kate met with her Centre for Early Childhood team members and the Kensington Palace staff at Windsor Castle about herearly years childhood project, perThe Telegraph.The event entry read, per the outlet, “The Princess of Wales, Joint Patron, The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales, this afternoon held an Early Years Meeting at Windsor Castle.”Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales' church visit in Scotland comes afterPrince William was seen at an event in Aberdeen, Scotland on Sept. 19where he met people working to end homelessness in the area.

Kate Middleton.Photo:NEWSLINE MEDIA LIMITED

NEWSLINE MEDIA LIMITED

Kate Middletonhas made her first public appearance since announcing thecompletion of her chemotherapy.The Princess of Wales, 42, was spotted attending a service with her husbandPrince Williamand other members of the royal family at Crathie Kirk Church near Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Sunday, Sept. 22.Kate flashed a brief smile as she sat in the passenger seat of a car beside William, 42, who was driving the vehicle.The princess wore a dark green wide-brimmed hat with feathers on the side and a brown tartan checked coat, while William wore a dark suit for the occasion.King CharlesandQueen Camillawere also photographed making their way to the church in separate cars.Her attendance at church marks Kate’s first appearance since announcing earlier this month that she finished her chemotherapy treatment, which she first revealed she was undergoing in March, at the same time as she shared hercancer diagnosis.Kate Middleton.NEWSLINE MEDIA LIMITEDIn an emotional video message posted on Sept. 9, Kate shared that she had completed her cancer treatment as she was filmed with Prince William and their three children,Prince George, 11,Princess Charlotte, 9, andPrince Louis, 6.The princess said it was a “relief” to have finished treatment, continuing in the clip, “The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. 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.““The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you… 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.“Kate joined Prince William, King Charles and Queen Camilla (pictured) at the church service.Lesley Martin - Pool/GettyKate said she is “doing what I can to stay cancer-free” and that she will return to work “in the coming months when I can.”Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage?Sign up for our free Royals newsletterto get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more!On Sept. 17, it was reported that the princess had indeed returned to work. According to the Court Circular, the official record of the Royal family’s activities, Kate met with her Centre for Early Childhood team members and the Kensington Palace staff at Windsor Castle about herearly years childhood project, perThe Telegraph.The event entry read, per the outlet, “The Princess of Wales, Joint Patron, The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales, this afternoon held an Early Years Meeting at Windsor Castle.”Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales' church visit in Scotland comes afterPrince William was seen at an event in Aberdeen, Scotland on Sept. 19where he met people working to end homelessness in the area.

Kate Middletonhas made her first public appearance since announcing thecompletion of her chemotherapy.

The Princess of Wales, 42, was spotted attending a service with her husbandPrince Williamand other members of the royal family at Crathie Kirk Church near Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Sunday, Sept. 22.

Kate flashed a brief smile as she sat in the passenger seat of a car beside William, 42, who was driving the vehicle.

The princess wore a dark green wide-brimmed hat with feathers on the side and a brown tartan checked coat, while William wore a dark suit for the occasion.King CharlesandQueen Camillawere also photographed making their way to the church in separate cars.

Her attendance at church marks Kate’s first appearance since announcing earlier this month that she finished her chemotherapy treatment, which she first revealed she was undergoing in March, at the same time as she shared hercancer diagnosis.

Kate Middleton.NEWSLINE MEDIA LIMITED

In an emotional video message posted on Sept. 9, Kate shared that she had completed her cancer treatment as she was filmed with Prince William and their three children,Prince George, 11,Princess Charlotte, 9, andPrince Louis, 6.

The princess said it was a “relief” to have finished treatment, continuing in the clip, “The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. 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.”

“The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you… 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.”

Kate joined Prince William, King Charles and Queen Camilla (pictured) at the church service.Lesley Martin - Pool/Getty

Lesley Martin - Pool/Getty

Kate said she is “doing what I can to stay cancer-free” and that she will return to work “in the coming months when I can.”

Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage?Sign up for our free Royals newsletterto get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more!

On Sept. 17, it was reported that the princess had indeed returned to work. According to the Court Circular, the official record of the Royal family’s activities, Kate met with her Centre for Early Childhood team members and the Kensington Palace staff at Windsor Castle about herearly years childhood project, perThe Telegraph.

The event entry read, per the outlet, “The Princess of Wales, Joint Patron, The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales, this afternoon held an Early Years Meeting at Windsor Castle.”

Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales' church visit in Scotland comes afterPrince William was seen at an event in Aberdeen, Scotland on Sept. 19where he met people working to end homelessness in the area.

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