This marks another year of stepping back from the public eye for the Prince and Princess of Wales, who last attended the Easter service in 2022. Their absence comes amid Princess Kate’s continued recovery from cancer….

The Prince and Princess of Wales’ Continued Absence from Public Life Amid Personal Health Challenges

For the second consecutive year, the Prince and Princess of Wales, along with their children, chose not to attend the royal family’s traditional Easter Sunday service at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. Instead, they spent the holiday privately at their Norfolk residence, Anmer Hall.

This decision follows Princess Kate’s public disclosure in March 2024 that she was undergoing chemotherapy after a cancer diagnosis. She described the news as a “huge shock” and emphasized the importance of taking time to explain the situation to their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, in an age-appropriate manner.

While the Princess of Wales has since completed her chemotherapy and is in remission, she has maintained a low public profile, making only a few appearances in 2024. Her last public engagement was in January 2025, when she visited the Royal Marsden Hospital to thank medical staff and meet with patients.

The royal family’s Easter service was attended by King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, Prince Edward, and Prince Andrew, who made a rare public appearance following recent controversies. The absence of the Prince and Princess of Wales has led to speculation about their future public engagements and the family’s approach to royal duties.

As the Prince and Princess of Wales continue to prioritize family and health, their absence from public events underscores a shift towards a more private and selective approach to royal life.