Princess Kate Middleton chose to address her ongoing cancer battle in her own time. Kate's last official public appearance before taking a break was in December 2023. One month later, Kensington Palace confirmed that Kate wouldn't be involved in any royal engagements until after April at the earliest due to a planned abdominal surgery.

Kate Middleton was seen at Finlay eyewear store in London in a rare public shopping trip. All about the Princess of Wales' casual outing and remission announcement.