Overview

• Prince William and Catherine resumed official duties on September 4 with a visit to London’s Natural History Museum, where she serves as patron.
• Kate’s appearance confirmed a noticeably lighter, honey‑blonde color compared with July, echoing candid photos taken near Balmoral in late August.
• Social‑media comments criticized the tone as too light or unnatural, prompting a flurry of debate under official event photos.
• Sam McKnight, Princess Diana’s former hairstylist, posted a forceful defense on Instagram, calling the attacks cruel and urging empathy as she recovers from cancer.
• Coverage credited long‑time stylists Richard Ward and Amanda Cook and suggested sun and sea exposure also contributed, while observers noted William’s attentive demeanor during the outing.