Kate Middleton has eased back into public life after facing her own health struggles this year. The Princess of Wales announced in March that she’d been diagnosed with cancer, like King Charles. In September, she confirmed she’d completed chemotherapy and was now cancer-free.

They have taken the "lead" with recent appearances. Kate Middleton and Prince William have ramped up their royal appearances this month after the princess spent much of the year out of the spotlight amid her cancer battle.

As Kate Middleton continues her recovery, she’s confronting the looming responsibilities of her future role as Queen sooner than expected. Plans continue to be made behind the scenes for Prince William’s eventual succession,

Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales posing with the Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and his wife Sheikha Jawaher, all bundled up in coats and standing with their arms in front of themselves in front of a beige wall.

Prince William and Kate Middleton are said to be preparing to become King and Queen sooner than they expected, as the couple's outlook on the future has changed

“Although the King is carrying out his duties with typical determination, he has had to accept limitations during his cancer treatment," royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith told People. "As a result William has been taking on more responsibilities, and he and Kate have been preparing for their future roles sooner than they would have expected.”

As Kate Middleton, the mom of three, announced that she is now cancer-free, the duo have decided to resume their public duties. According to royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith, the duo has begun gearing up for William's eventual ascension to the throne.

It’s been a difficult year for Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, as she spent most of 2024 battling cancer. Now that this battle is behind her and she is reportedly cancer-free, Kate is looking to her future,

Kate Middleton and Prince William are adjusting to their future roles as King and Queen amid personal challenges.

It's no secret that Kate Middleton will one day become Queen of the United Kingdom. According to People, King Charles III has "accepted limitations during his cancer treatment," allowing Prince William to take on more duties in recent months.