The Prince of Wales has shared a touching message celebrating his wife, Princess Kate, on her 43rd birthday.
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“To the most incredible wife and mother—your resilience and kindness inspire us daily. Happy Birthday, Catherine. We love you. W,” William wrote in a personal note shared on social media.
To the most incredible wife and mother. The strength you’ve shown over the last year has been remarkable. George, Charlotte, Louis and I are so proud of you. Happy Birthday, Catherine. We love you. W pic.twitter.com/VIW5v2aKlu
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) January 9, 2025
The message was accompanied by a candid, black-and-white photograph of the princess, taken last summer in Windsor by photographer Matt Porteous. In the relaxed shot, Kate is seen smiling warmly, dressed casually in jeans and a white shirt, reflecting the couple’s preference for informal, heartfelt images over traditional royal portraits.
This year’s birthday celebrations mark another milestone for Princess Kate, who has returned to her royal duties after undergoing preventative chemotherapy. Diagnosed with cancer last year, the princess has been widely praised for her grace and strength during a challenging period for the royal family.
The Royal Family’s official social media account also extended birthday wishes, sharing a photo of Kate greeting well-wishers on Christmas Day in Sandringham. “Happy Birthday to The Princess of Wales!” read the post.
Happy Birthday to The Princess of Wales! pic.twitter.com/AaLOjsbOPn
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) January 9, 2025
Kate is expected to celebrate her birthday privately at home in Windsor, surrounded by William and their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
The Prince of Wales has previously described the past year as one of the most difficult in his life, with both his wife and his father, King Charles, facing health battles. Despite these challenges, the couple has continued to focus on their family and royal duties, embodying the message Kate shared in a recent Christmas card video: “Out of darkness can come light.”
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