After weeks of rumors about her health, the Princess of Wales revealed her cancer diagnosis in a very intimate video message last week. Catherine needs her loved ones, especially her husband Prince William and her extended family, more than ever as she prepares for a course of preventative chemotherapy.
The royal received a great deal of support from the public, and she thanked them for their kind words after making her announcement.
In the upcoming months, as the Princess receives treatment and recovers, there will be plenty for her to look forward to. These are a few of the times that will make her happy.
15 April – James Middleton’s 37th birthday
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James, Princess Catherine’s brother, sent her a heartfelt message and old photo of his sister when they were younger, assuring her that her family is with her. The two are close. In October, James and his spouse Alizée Thevenet welcomed their first child, a son named Inigo.
23 April – Prince Louis’ sixth birthday
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At the end of the month, the Prince and Princess of Wales’ youngest child will turn six! Well-known for his playful public appearances and cheeky facial expressions, he’ll definitely lift his mother’s spirits while she heals.
29 April – 13th wedding anniversary with Prince William
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Catherine gave a special tribute to her husband in her video speech, saying, “Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance.” The couple wed in the wedding of the decade 13 years ago, and we’re sure they’ll celebrate in a low-key, if not romantic, manner.
2 May – Princess Charlotte’s ninth birthday
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The third-in-line for the throne is getting close to turning ten, and she looks like a young woman already.
6 May – 1 year since the coronation
A year has passed since the country flocked to Westminster Abbey to witness the grandiose coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Catherine will have a ton of memories to look back on.
20 May – Pippa and James Matthews’ seventh wedding anniversary
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Nearly seven years have passed since Pippa, Catherine’s younger sister, married James Matthews, a former race car driver and hedge fund manager, in a ceremony held at St. Mark’s church in Englefield. Maybe Princess Catherine can give Pippa some wise counsel, given that her own marriage to Prince William has endured for 13 years.
21 June – 44th wedding anniversary of Kate’s parents
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Over the next few weeks, Carole and Michael Middleton will undoubtedly play a crucial role in Catherine’s support network. Their lengthy and blissful marriage served as a foundation for the Princess of Wales and her siblings as they grew up.
23 June – Michael Middleton’s 75th birthday
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This year, Princess Catherine’s father will mark a significant birthday as he turns 75.
