London, United Kingdom – Prince William acknowledged his wife, Kate Middleton, at an event on Thursday amidst ongoing controversy surrounding her recent surgery. The Prince of Wales, speaking at the Diana Legacy Awards at the Science Museum in London, referenced Middleton while honoring the legacy of his late mother, Princess Diana.
During his speech, Prince William highlighted the work he and Middleton have done to promote Princess Diana’s legacy, as well as the impact of the Diana Award on the lives of 50,000 young people over the past 25 years. Following his remarks, the prince presented awards to 20 recipients before departing, just as his brother, Prince Harry, made a virtual appearance from California.
Despite concerns surrounding Middleton’s absence from the public eye, Prince William has resumed his busy work schedule. Recent sightings of Middleton have been scarce since her abdominal surgery in January, with only a few brief paparazzi clips near Windsor Castle.
Earlier in the day, Prince William attended the opening of a youth zone in London, where he jokingly praised Middleton’s artistic skills. While the prince’s representatives have emphasized his focus on work rather than social media, he has chosen not to address the speculation surrounding Middleton directly.
Kensington Palace has reassured the public that Middleton is doing well and is expected to resume her in-person responsibilities after Easter. Recent controversy arose when Middleton posted a heavily edited photo with her children on UK Mother’s Day, prompting major news agencies to issue a “kill notice” due to inconsistencies in the image.
In a rare move, Middleton apologized for the edited photo, explaining that she occasionally experiments with editing as an amateur photographer. A palace insider revealed that Middleton felt remorseful for the confusion caused by the image and simply wanted to make it the best it could be.
Despite the ongoing speculation surrounding Middleton, both she and Prince William remain committed to their duties and responsibilities, reflecting the enduring legacy of Princess Diana within the royal family.