After disclosing their cancer diagnoses in 2024, King Charles and Kate Middleton attended the 125-year anniversary of a cancer charity’s research.
According to ABC, the event was held on June 2 at St. James’s Palace in London. This event commemorated years of cancer research while bringing together researchers, clinicians, and volunteers who have worked towards preventing and treating cancer.
The charity’s impact and future innovations were highlighted, as well as technological advancements that will continually develop cancer research and treatments.
King Charles announced his diagnosis with an undisclosed form of cancer in February 2024. Only a month later, Kate Middleton shared that she would also be taking on cancer treatments.
After taking a break from her royal duties to focus on her health, Middleton completed chemotherapy in September 2024 and announced that she was in remission in January 2025. King Charles continues to undergo cancer treatment.
After taking a several-week-long break from attending public outings, Princess Kate showed up to the event wearing a red dress with a white heart print.
Per People, Cancer Research U.K. has made valuable contributions to cancer research in the last 125 years. They have significantly developed the understanding, detection, treatment, and prevention of the disease. They have contributed to doubling the cancer survival rate in the U.K. in the last 50 years. 8 in 10 cancer drug recipients in the U.K. received drugs associated with this company.
Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester, and his wife Birgitte act as co-presidents of the organization. King Charles has been a patron of the organization for two years, taking on an official role in 2024.
Reportedly, Princess Kate and King Charles have always shared a close connection. According to People, Sally Bedell Smith said, “I don’t think it is presumptuous to say that she is like the daughter he never had.”
She also shared, “Obviously, they have this in common and can only bring them closer. It is a source of reassurance and consolation for both of them.”
With their already strong bond, the royal pair presumably continues to grow a stronger relationship through these trying times. King Charles and Kate Middleton continue to show their support for the organization as their conditions develop.