Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has been spotted for the first time since her surgery in December, putting an end to the wild conspiracy theories that have been circulating about her whereabouts. The sighting occurred as she sat in the passenger seat of an Audi being driven by her mother, Carole, near Windsor Castle. This marks the first time Kate has been seen in public since her surgery earlier this year.
In an attempt to keep a low profile, Kate wore a pair of sunglasses and had a slight smile on her face. The pictures obtained by The Post show her looking relaxed and at ease. Kensington Palace has been contacted for comment regarding her appearance.
The speculation surrounding Kate’s absence has been fueled by Kensington Palace’s statement in January that she would remain behind closed doors until after Easter, with only significant updates being provided. This statement has led to various conspiracy theories spreading across the internet. However, her representative confirmed that the guidance still stands.
Adding to the speculation, Kate’s husband, Prince William, recently pulled out of attending a memorial service for his godfather, Greece’s late King Constantine II, due to a personal matter. The palace stated that Kate was “doing well” in the same statement. These events have only heightened curiosity about Kate’s condition and whereabouts.
Kate spent a total of 13 days at the London Clinic in January before returning to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor to be reunited with William and their children. Kensington Palace released a statement upon her release, stating that she was making good progress in her recovery from surgery and thanking the entire team at the London Clinic for their care.
Prince William made a rare personal remark about Kate’s recovery at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards. When asked about his movie preferences, he mentioned that he hadn’t had much time to watch films with his wife due to her recovery. He expressed his admiration for Christopher Nolan and his film “Oppenheimer.” However, he remained tight-lipped when asked directly about Kate during a public appearance in Wales.
The sighting of Kate brings relief to those who have been speculating about her well-being. It is a positive sign that she is out and about, even if it is in a low-key manner. As she continues her recovery, it is hoped that she will soon be able to resume her royal duties and make more public appearances alongside Prince William.