Kate Middleton is still undergoing treatment for cancer. The Princess of Wales announced the diagnosis to the world in mid-March, and the world came together to wish her all the best in her recovery.

Reports about her possible return to royal duties have varied in the later months, with one expert saying she might not be back until next year. No matter what, Kate Middleton is keeping out of the spotlight, and besides some minor updates from Prince William, no official new statement has been made on her recovery.

Summertime always means many traditional royal events, with the Trooping the Colour being one of the most popular ones. The royal family always gathers at the Buckingham Palace balcony to wave to thousands and thousands of fans.

Through the years, memorable moments have been captured while the family appears on the balcony. However, this year could become one of the most memorable. A new claim states that Kate Middleton could make a shock return – and appear on the balcony.

Kate Middleton has not been on public duty since last year. The Princess of Wales was first recovering from her planned abdominal surgery, but in February, she got the shocking news that she had been diagnosed with cancer.

Kate Middleton – cancer diagnosis

In an emotional video, Kate revealed details about her cancer diagnosis.

“In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London, and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous. The surgery was successful; however, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore, advised that I should undergo a course of preventive chemotherapy, and I am now in the early stages of that treatment,” Kate Middleton said in her statement, recorded in the Windsor Gardens.

“This of course, came as a huge shock and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family. As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them and to reassure them that I’m going to be okay.”

Kate Middleton has not undertaken any public engagements this year as she has been recovering from her surgery and, as of the latest, undergoing preventive chemotherapy.

While it’s unclear when Kate will resume her royal duties, one condition appears to be met before she chooses to return.

“This is a clear commitment she has made that throughout her life of public service that this will be focus. That will continue when she returns to work. But we have been really clear that she needs the space and the privacy to recover right now. She will return to work when she has had the green light from doctors,” a royal aide told GB News.

Kensington Palace has stayed quiet about Kate Middleton’s cancer recovery. The Princess of Wales is surrounded and supported by her family, and time will tell when she will return.

Royal insider says Kate Middleton could be away from royal duties for the rest of the year

A new worrying claim was made just days ago that it will be long before royal fans see her in public again.

Speaking with the Daily Beast, a royal source said that Kate Middleton’s diary is “empty” for the rest of the year.

“Lots of people involved in planning need to know what all the principals are doing a long way in advance,” the royal source said. “I am told that Kate’s diary for this year is empty. There is nothing planned. She may not appear in public for the rest of the year.”

An alleged friend of Kate and William stated to the outlet that the Princess of Wales is prioritizing her mental health above anything else.

“The key thing for her now is avoiding any kind of stress or anxiety and just getting on with the business of getting better,” the insider added. “They will bail out and be off to Sandringham the moment school breKaks up.”

As mentioned, the video in which Kate MIddleton revealed her cancer diagnosis is the only time she has spoken in public about her health.

Conspiracy theories surrounding her went berserk all over the internet days before the video was released, and a source told the Daily Beast that a new video could be in the works.

“I would not rule out another video message updating the country on her health,” the insider said. “That proved to be a very effective way of keeping the conspiracy theorists at bay.”

Trooping the Colour – a royal tradition

As mentioned, the royal family has a packed schedule during the summer. However, one of the most popular among the public is definitely Trooping the Colour.

It has been a beloved royal tradition for hundreds of years. The Royal Museums Greenwich states that the tradition was first started by King George II in 1748.

As his November birthday was said to have been too cold to celebrate outside with a parade, they decided to have his military parade — Trooping the Colour — alongside the public celebration in the summer instead. Therefore, unless they happen to be born on the same day, Britain’s reigning monarch celebrates two birthdays a year. Trooping the Colour typically takes place every year on the second Saturday in June.