On Monday, September 9, 2024, Kate, Princess of Wales, announced the completion of her preventative chemotherapy for cancer. In a heartfelt message accompanying a family video, the 42-year-old royal shared that the experience has given her a renewed perspective and deep gratitude for love.
 
Following major abdominal surgery in January that revealed cancer, Kate has been undergoing treatment. She expressed her intention to participate in a few public engagements later this year but acknowledged the lengthy road to full recovery, emphasizing her commitment to remaining cancer-free. "Life can change in an instant, and we have had to navigate stormy waters," she remarked, reflecting on the challenges faced by her family over the past nine months.
 
After spending two weeks in the hospital post-surgery, Kate publicly disclosed her diagnosis in a video message two months later. While Kensington Palace has not specified the type of cancer or details of her treatment, it confirmed that chemotherapy began in February. Kate made her first public appearance of the year in June.
 
In her message, she described the cancer journey as complex and frightening.
 
The video, filmed in Norfolk, featured Kate looking healthy while enjoying time with her family. She conveyed her gratitude for the global outpouring of support and looked forward to resuming her public duties, although she plans to take a gradual approach. "Doing what I can to stay cancer-free is now my focus," she affirmed.