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Princess Kate Returns to Buckingham Palace Garden Party After Cancer Remission

The Princess of Wales made an unannounced appearance at her first royal garden party in two years, joining Prince William to host special guests in a celebration of resilience and public service.

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Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales walk down the steps followed by Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at the start of a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on May 20, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Aaron Chown - WPA Pool / Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Princess Kate attended her first Buckingham Palace garden party since 2023, marking her return to the event after undergoing cancer treatment in 2024.
  • The event, hosted by Prince William on behalf of King Charles III, welcomed 8,000 guests, including individuals recognized for their contributions to community and charity work.
  • Special guests included the family of late teen photographer Liz Hatton, Holocaust survivor Steven Frank, and young fundraiser Tony Hudgell, highlighting the royal couple's personal connections and patronages.
  • Kate wore a butter-yellow Emilia Wickstead dress and Philip Treacy hat, rewearing the outfit from Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee, and paired it with her wedding day earrings, symbolizing continuity and personal meaning.
  • The Princess’s appearance underscores her gradual return to public duties, supported by younger royals like Princess Eugenie and Zara Tindall, who joined the hosting efforts.