LONDON (AP) — King Charles III made a significant public appearance on Easter Sunday as he joined the queen and other members of the royal family for a service at Windsor Castle. This marked his first public outing since being diagnosed with cancer last month.
The 75-year-old monarch greeted well-wishers with a cheery wave as he entered St. George's Chapel for the hour-long service. His presence at the Easter service is viewed as a reassuring gesture to the public, especially after he had scaled back his public duties following the announcement of his cancer treatment in February.
Notably, the service was smaller than usual as Kate, the Princess of Wales, is also undergoing cancer treatment and has temporarily withdrawn from public engagements. Consequently, Prince William, Kate, and their children did not attend the service.
The news of Kate's cancer diagnosis came as a shock on March 22, following her recovery from major abdominal surgery in February. The royal family has been facing health challenges, with both King Charles III and Princess Kate undergoing treatment for cancer.
Despite the scaled-down nature of the Easter service, the media was able to witness the arrival of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle. The public appearance of the king and queen at this traditional royal event serves as a positive sign of their ongoing commitment to their roles within the royal family.
