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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Jenny Proudfoot

Royal experts explain how Carole Middleton has become a "second mum" to Prince William

Prince William and Carole Middleton at Royal Ascot in 2024.

The Princess of Wales returned to royal duty this month, marking her first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis earlier this year.

The 42-year-old mother of three has reassured the public that she is "making good progress" and hopes to attend some public events this summer. However, she has stressed that she is "not out of the woods yet", and as the Princess of Wales continues her treatment, she is said to be leaning on her close support network of loved ones.

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