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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Amy Mackelden

Princess Kate Isn't Always "Well Enough" for Royal Duties, but She's Learning to "Pace" Herself

Kate Middleton has long wavy brunette hair and is wearing a royal blue suit.

Kate Middleton celebrated her 43rd birthday on Jan. 9, but the royal isn't rushing to return to full-time royal duties. According to a new report, the Princess of Wales is "prioritizing her health" after an extremely challenging year.

Royal fans were delighted when Princess Kate returned to the royal spotlight at the end of 2024. However, the royal has apparently changed her outlook after being diagnosed with cancer and undergoing preventative chemotherapy. "She is looking after herself and is wise to do so," a source told People. "She will know when she wakes up if she is well enough or not [to do something]."

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