Kate Middleton is celebrating her 43rd birthday by putting herself first. Less than one year after revealing her cancer diagnosis, the Princess of Wales is finding the balance between her health and work.

While Kate Middleton has since returned to the spotlight, Prince William was the face of their family in public and his wife's No. 1 champion at home while she underwent chemotherapy.

The Princess and Princess of Wales and their three children attended Christmas Day church services on Wednesday morning along with King Charles III.

After a challenging year, Prince William has shared a moving tribute to his wife, Kate Middleton, on her 43rd birthday describing her as “the most incredible wife and mother,” alongside a new portrait.

Kate Middleton has had her fair share of ups and downs this past year. The Princess of Wales is set to ring in her 43rd birthday on January 9, 2025, and is reportedly shifting her focus more on her children Prince George,

Kate Middleton has been making a slow return to her public duties after being diagnosed with cancer, but one source has warned she won't be back 'in the same way as before'

Princess Kate Middleton chose to address her ongoing cancer battle in her own time. Kate's last official public appearance before taking a break was in December 2023. One month later, Kensington Palace confirmed that Kate wouldn't be involved in any royal engagements until after April at the earliest due to a planned abdominal surgery.

Princess Kate is continuing to recover at her home in Windsor following her cancer diagnosis last year, with the royal focusing on one main thing after the ordeal

Princess Kate is continuing to recover at her home in Adelaide Cottage, Windsor, after facing a gruelling cancer battle last year, with one thing keeping her busy as she approaches her 43rd birthday this week.