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.

Prince William surprised soccer fans with a round of drinks during his first outing since his wife Princess Kate Middleton announced her cancer was in remission. The Prince of Wales, 42, was photographed sitting at a table inside a Birmingham branch of Wetherspoons,

Kate, the Princess of Wales, announced Tuesday that her cancer is in remission, less than one year after announcing her diagnosis. The 43-year-old princess shared the update in a statement on X, writing, "It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery."

The Princess of Wales visited the Royal Marsden Hospital in London on Tuesday, Jan. 14 Kate Middleton and Prince William have made a poignant joint decision. The Prince and Princess of Wales are pairing up to serve as patrons of the hospital where Kate,

This week has been full of exciting royal family news. First, Kate Middleton returned to the same cancer center where she received treatment and revealed that she’s “in remission.” Then, she announced that she and her husband,

There’s been a major shift in Prince William’s body language. Maybe he’s relieved that his wife Kate Middleton’s cancer is in remission. Or perhaps he’s thrilled about his brand-new roles. Or maybe his growing beard has given him a new wave of confidence.

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.

The Prince of Wales wrote that he and the couple’s three kids — Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis — “are so proud” of Middleton.

The Princess of Wales nearly missed out on her royal love after having her heart set on heading to University of Edinburgh, before making a last minute decision.