Prince William is making his first royal outing of the year (and taking on a new patronage) after Kate Middleton announced she is in "remission" from cancer.

This week has been full of exciting royal family news. First, Kate Middleton returned to the same cancer center where she received treatment and revealed that she’s “in remission.” Then, she announced that she and her husband,

Royal expert Hilary Fordwich discussed the major challenges Prince William is already facing as the heir apparent. "Prince William is dedicated to duty, as imbued in him by Queen Elizabeth II, who tutored him every Sunday regarding his royal duties," Fordwich told Fox News Digital.

The Princess of Wales visited the Royal Marsden Hospital in London on Tuesday, Jan. 14 Kate Middleton and Prince William have made a poignant joint decision. The Prince and Princess of Wales are pairing up to serve as patrons of the hospital where Kate,

In addition to being a mother of three, early childhood development advocate, and cancer survivor and doing all of the official work she does with patronages and various organizations as a senior member of the royal family, Kate Middleton reportedly wears yet another hat behind-the-scenes in the royal family: Unofficial Father/Son Peacemaker.

The Princess of Wales said her cancer diagnosis came as a "huge shock." Kate Middleton and Prince William share three kids: George, Charlotte and Louis.

The Princess of Wales made a statement after visiting the hospital where she received treatment Kate Middleton is thanking those who have helped her and husband Prince William during her cancer journey.

There’s been a major shift in Prince William’s body language. Maybe he’s relieved that his wife Kate Middleton’s cancer is in remission. Or perhaps he’s thrilled about his brand-new roles. Or maybe his growing beard has given him a new wave of confidence.

Kate Middleton, who turns 43 on Jan. 9, 2025, shares Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis with husband Prince William. See the royals' sweet family photos here.

Prince William spoke about his time as a search and rescue pilot and air ambulance pilot during his first public engagement of 2025.