Prince William, the Prince of Wales, has expressed gratitude to the British public for their heartfelt messages and support during a challenging time for his family. His wife, Kate, recently underwent surgery, and his father, King Charles, was diagnosed with an enlarged prostate. William, aged 41, stepped back into his royal duties, becoming the central figure for the family, especially in light of his brother Prince Harry’s return to the United States following a brief visit to see their father.
Speaking at a gala dinner for London’s Air Ambulance Charity, William said, “I’d like to take this opportunity to say thank you…for the kind messages of support for Catherine and for my father, especially in recent days. It means a great deal to us all.” This event marked his second public appearance of the day. He had taken time off to care for his three children while Kate, 42, recovered from her planned abdominal surgery, which necessitated a two-week hospital stay.