Prince William is making his first royal outing of the year (and taking on a new patronage) after Kate Middleton announced she is in "remission" from cancer.

Royal expert Hilary Fordwich discussed the major challenges Prince William is already facing as the heir apparent. "Prince William is dedicated to duty, as imbued in him by Queen Elizabeth II, who tutored him every Sunday regarding his royal duties," Fordwich told Fox News Digital.

Kate Middleton, who is celebrating her 43rd birthday on Jan. 9, has proven herself to be the shiniest jewel of the British monarchy. The princess is married to Prince William, heir to the throne.

Kate and William, the Prince and Princess of Wales, confirmed their patronage of the hospital where she had cancer treatment, the Royal Marsden Hospital in London.

Prince William has sparked speculation following Kate's nod to Princess Diana. The Princess of Wales performed a solo engagement at the Royal Marsden Hospital on Tuesday, marking the occasion with a meaningful new addition to her jewellery collection.

Kate Middleton ditched her engagement ring for the Princess of Wales' first royal outing of 2025 — but there's nothing to worry about! Fans expressed concern over the state of Kate and her husband Prince William's marriage after she recently made an appearance at Royal Marsden Hospital in London without the shiny rock on her finger.

The Prince of Wales has been announced as the new Patron of the College of Paramedics and will attend their first-ever Emergency and Critical Care Conference in Birmingham. The conference will focus on supporting emergency responders in making crucial decisions under pressure,