It has been two months since the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, shared with the world her cancer diagnosis.
The princess felt the need to go public with her condition after being surrounded by countless conspiracy theories following her January announcement of abdominal surgery, specific details of which were omitted.
Kate’s last public appearance was during the Christmas celebration at Sandringham, and she was not seen until March 22, when she made an announcement that shocked admirers of the monarchy.
In her statement, Kate revealed that she was undergoing treatment for cancer and would be staying away from her royal duties to focus on her health privately.
However, the absence of concrete information about her recovery process has sparked a new flurry of speculation on social media, now intensified by Prince William’s presence at the recent Garden Party at Buckingham Palace, which has reignited the online conversation under the hashtag #WhereIsKate.
Prince William at the garden party at Buckingham Palace
Prince William, representing the British royals, attended the traditional Garden Party at Buckingham Palace with distinction this Tuesday, May 21.
Exhibiting a suit complemented by a top hat, Prince William graced the occasion in place of his father, King Charles.
During this event, his wife, Kate Middleton, did not attend and discreetly stayed out of the public sphere, continuing her cancer treatment.
Now 41 years old, the Prince of Wales extended an invitation to his cousins to join him in hosting duties during the evening celebration.
The presence of Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Peter Phillips, Zara Tindall and her husband Mike Tindall, marked a notable appearance that highlighted the new generation of the Royal Family.
Beatrice, 35, Eugenie, 34, and Zara, 43, opted for harmonious ensembles in shades of pink and white, while Peter and Mike, 46 and 45 respectively, distinguished themselves with top hats to match their outfits.
Cousins absent from the gathering were Lady Louise, 20, and James, Earl of Wessex, 16.
The Duke of Gloucester, Queen Elizabeth’s first cousin, along with his wife, the Duchess of Gloucester, also attended the social event.
These celebrations in the palace gardens, established since the 1860s, represent a tradition where the monarch honors outstanding individuals in the community for their public service, perpetuating a legacy of recognition and gratitude that extends through the generations.