Princess Catherine of Wales, also known as Kate Middleton, has not yet returned to her royal duties due to undergoing chemotherapy for an unspecified form of cancer. The announcement was made by Kensington Palace on May 22, 2024. According to the palace spokesperson, Princess Catherine will continue to be briefed on the work of her main causes, including early childhood development through the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood.
The princess has been out of the public eye since January 2024 when she underwent abdominal surgery. The diagnosis and subsequent chemotherapy were revealed in March 2024. Her husband, Prince William, has been supportive and reported that she is doing well during her treatment.
The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood released a report on cultural changes in the workplace to support parents of young children on May 21, 2024. The princess was excited about the report and had been briefed on it before her medical team cleared her to return to work.
Princess Catherine has been a driving force behind the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood since its inception. She continues to be central to its public work and will return when cleared by her medical team.