Overview
- Catherine unexpectedly joined Prince William at Charing Cross Hospital on Jan. 8 for their first public engagement of 2026, dropping in on staff during a tea break.
- Speaking with volunteer Maureen Gilmour, the princess acknowledged long chemotherapy sessions, saying “I know” and “We know,” referencing her own treatment experience.
- The couple met patients, volunteers and staff, then took part in a roundtable with NHS charity leaders as joint patrons of NHS Charities Together.
- On Jan. 9, the princess released the final “Mother Nature” video on Instagram, signed “C,” reflecting on healing and the restorative power of nature.
- Birthday messages from King Charles and Queen Camilla followed as coverage noted she has been in remission since January 2025 and increased engagements last year without undertaking overseas tours.