The news comes two years after her stunning appearance at the Earthshot Awards in Boston, where she wowed attendees in a sustainable bright green off-the-shoulder gown rented from Hurr, paired with Princess Diana's iconic necklace and Asprey earrings. Meanwhile, Prince William looked dapper in a blue velvet coat, which he previously wore during his summer break. The highly anticipated Earthshot Awards are set to take place on September 24 in New York City, and fans are eagerly awaiting the royal couple's appearance.
However, sources at the Royal Palace have said that despite her wishes, Kate Middleton may not attend due to personal issues. The source stressed that no timeline has been set for her return to public life, with her health remaining a top concern. However, other insiders have suggested that a final decision on whether or not she will attend has not yet been made and will depend on her health and doctor's approval. This cautious approach is similar to how Kate Middleton took her attendance at the Wimbledon men's final last month, with her attendance confirmed just a day earlier.
This uncertainty extends to Prince William's attendance at the Earthshot Awards, which coincides with the return of their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis to school after the summer holidays, making it a particularly busy time for the family. In a positive development, reports suggest that Kate Middleton is considering her next public appearance and is keen to attend the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Since her surprise diagnosis was announced earlier this year, she has made two notable appearances at Tripping the Colour in June and the men's singles final at Wimbledon the following month.
Kensington Palace has not announced a date for her full return to royal duties. However, Kate Middleton mentioned in June that despite having both good and bad days during the difficult process, she is determined to attend events when her health allows. A source close to the princess revealed her enthusiasm for attending the Olympics, recalling fond memories from London 2012. The couple regularly attend the Games at home, celebrating various events such as cycling, tennis, swimming, athletics, gymnastics and football.
Adding to the excitement, Kate Middleton and Prince William sent heartfelt congratulations to Team GB athletes who won gold medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Notably, Ross Canter, Laura Collet and Tom Mowan won the UK's first gold medal in steeplechase, while Tom Pitcock won the men's cross-country mountain bike event. Kensington Royal shared their congratulations online, expressing hope for further success, further raising fans' expectations for Kate Middleton's participation in the Olympics.
Prince William is expected to travel to France next week to watch some of the Olympics, which will likely be attended by Prince George and Princess Charlotte, who are currently enjoying their summer break. Reports say the heir to the throne will take part in the climbing competitions, which begin on August 5. With a long-standing passion for the sport, William plans to support Team GB in speed climbing, a relatively new addition to the Olympics that debuted at Tokyo 2020. While fans are eager to see William support Team GB, the prospect of Kate Middleton attending is still a highlight, promising to lift spirits and inspire many.
