Kate Middleton has always shown strength in the spotlight. But her recent comments prove even royalty isn’t immune to the lasting effects of cancer. During a hospital visit on July 2, 2025, the Princess of Wales, 43, admitted she is still finding it hard to “function normally” after treatment.
It was a rare, raw moment. Kate Middleton spoke honestly about how she felt after finishing cancer care. She told staff at Colchester Hospital that recovery has been “really, really difficult.” At first, she put on a brave face. But now that the worst is over medically, the emotional weight has caught up.
That comment alone hit home for many who have gone through cancer themselves.
Wales Royals / IG / The Princess of Wales explained that she is no longer under active care, but she is far from “back to normal.”
Simple routines at home now feel unfamiliar. Energy comes and goes. Things she once did without thinking are now tough to manage. She called her experience a “roller coaster.” One day she feels strong, the next she is not sure she can get out of bed. That honesty matters. Because too often, people assume remission means everything is fixed. Kate made it clear that it is just not true.
What is even harder? The mental shift. Kate Middleton said she didn’t expect how tricky this phase would be. She said there is no clear road map. You finish treatment, and then what? You are left trying to pick up the pieces without really knowing how.
Since her public announcement in January 2025, Kate has been taking things slow. She made a joyful return at Trooping the Colour in June. People were glad to see her smiling with her kids. But even that high point came with limits. Later that month, she skipped Royal Ascot.
Survivors everywhere know the feeling. The relief of remission is real, but so is the fear. The fatigue. The emotional whiplash. And Kate speaking up about it helps remove the shame or silence that often surrounds the aftermath.
The Prince and Princess of Wales Put Privacy First
Meanwhile, behind the scenes, she and Prince William are focused on privacy and protection. Their kids, George, Charlotte, and Louis, come first. They have kept family time close and quiet, knowing that calm at home is also part of her recovery.
Wales Royals / IG / The royal lovebirds are reportedly assembling a trusted advisory team to prepare for future royal roles, especially amid King Charles III’s cancer treatment.
The couple is also thinking ahead. With King Charles III dealing with his own cancer treatment, Kate and William are preparing for more responsibility. Trusted advisors are stepping in to help them shape the future. But right now, health remains the top priority.
Even in the midst of personal struggle, Kate Middleton hasn’t let go of her causes. She is still a vocal advocate for mental health. She often speaks about the healing power of nature.
That message is powerful because it is easy to see public figures as untouchable. But Kate’s story proves healing is messy, personal, and ongoing. Her willingness to share the hard parts makes her more relatable and respected.
There is no perfect timeline for recovery, and Kate Middleton is showing the world that it is okay to admit when you are not there yet. She is not rushing to reclaim her old life.