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Prince William marks his 44th birthday with a Father’s Day photo alongside daughter Charlotte in Kensington Palace’s garden; the King and Queen posted tributes, and Catherine attended Royal Ascot for the first time since cancer treatment, rounding out a birthday week for William.
The Royal Ascot festival opened with a strong royal presence—William and Catherine arrived in sunlit yellow, and King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, Zara Tindall, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, Amelia and Eliza Spencer, and Carole Middleton joined in, signaling a full family turnout as the event runs through June 20.
Kate Middleton returned to Royal Ascot 2026 in a sunny daffodil-yellow Roksanda midi, coordinating with William's yellow boutonnière; she styled the look with Anya Hindmarch’s pearl-clasped Maude clutch, Gianvito Rossi nude pumps, and a bespoke JT Millinery hat, while wearing Diana-era pearls and Queen Elizabeth II diamonds—her boldest Ascot look to date that echoes her earlier yellow appearances in Jamaica (2022) and Wimbledon (2022) after recovering from cancer treatment.
Town & Country’s photo essay highlights the royal family’s appearances at Royal Ascot 2026, from King Charles and Queen Camilla leading the Royal Procession to Kate Middleton’s sunny yellow Roksanda dress, with Carole Middleton, Alizée Thevenet, Zara Tindall, and other royals showcasing standout outfits and jewelry; the piece also notes Ascot’s long history, including the 201st anniversary of the Royal Procession and the crown’s ties to the racecourse since Queen Anne founded it in 1711.
A photo gallery covers Royal Ascot 2026 Day 1, showcasing standout hats and dresses and royal-style moments as Queen Camilla and King Charles attend, along with a procession of royals and celebrities at Ascot Racecourse for Britain’s premier five‑day racing festival.
Thames Valley Police are reportedly widening their inquiry into Prince Andrew by examining a 2002 Royal Ascot incident for possible sexual misconduct, corruption and fraud as part of broader investigations; the case follows prior police probes related to Epstein and Andrew’s 2026 arrest for misconduct in public office, with reps not commenting.
Kate Middleton made a rare public appearance wearing a tiara at a state dinner at Windsor Castle, her first tiara event in two years, after missing Royal Ascot due to health reasons. She appeared alongside Prince William during a state visit from French President Emmanuel Macron, showcasing her elegant style and royal presence.
Kate Middleton returned to public duties after her cancer treatment, speaking openly about the difficult post-treatment phase and her use of outdoor spaces for healing, including her visit to Colchester Hospital's well-being garden and her support for therapeutic gardens benefiting cancer patients and communities.
Kate Middleton is no longer a people pleaser when it comes to royal duties, prioritizing her health and well-being after her cancer treatment, and returning to public life gradually and on her own terms, as exemplified by her recent absence from Royal Ascot.
Kate Middleton is expected to significantly reduce her public duties for the rest of the year following health challenges and a recent 'wake-up call,' opting to focus more on her health and digital engagement rather than frequent public appearances.
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, withdrew unexpectedly from her Royal Ascot appearance to focus on her health and support for children's hospices, sharing a heartfelt message about the importance of hospice care and her personal experience, while also managing her cancer treatment in remission.
Kate Middleton canceled her planned appearance at Royal Ascot, citing her ongoing recovery from cancer treatment, and used her statement to highlight the importance of children's hospices and their support for families facing serious health conditions.
Kate Middleton missed Royal Ascot but publicly supported Children’s Hospice Week, highlighting her advocacy for children's hospices and their vital work. She also joined Prince William and their children for Trooping the Colour, celebrating King Charles' birthday, while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were notably absent due to ongoing royal family tensions.
Kate Middleton expressed her support for children's hospices during Children's Hospice Week, praising their work in supporting seriously ill children and families, and highlighting her role as patron of two hospices in the UK, despite recently dropping out of a Royal Ascot appearance due to her recovery from cancer treatment.
Kate Middleton's recovery from cancer has been challenging, with her recent schedule including major royal events like Trooping the Colour and Garter Day, but she has had to withdraw from Royal Ascot's carriage procession due to feeling under the weather and recovery pace, highlighting her ongoing efforts to balance public duties with health.