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Prince William attends BAFTA Awards 2024 without Kate Middleton. Who is this other ‘Kate’ here?
Prince William made a solo appearance at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) as his wife, Princess Kate, continues her recovery from surgery. The Duke of Cambridge arrived at the Royal Festival Hall in London for the 2024 BAFTAs without Princess Kate, who had undergone planned abdominal surgery in January. William was seen seated beside Cate Blanchett during the ceremony and was photographed engaging with David Beckham and conversing with US-Australian actress Cate Blanchett.
Prince William serves as the president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, which orchestrates the annual awards. His attendance at the event marked his return after missing the BAFTAs in 2021 due to the passing of his grandfather, Prince Philip. In his previous appearance at the ceremony, William emphasized the importance of diversity among the nominees in his speech.
Prince William serves as the president of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, which orchestrates the annual awards. His attendance at the event marked his return after missing the BAFTAs in 2021 due to the passing of his grandfather, Prince Philip. In his previous appearance at the ceremony, William emphasized the importance of diversity among the nominees in his speech.
Prince William’s attendance at the BAFTAs followed the announcement of his father, King Charles III’s, cancer diagnosis. Meanwhile, Princess Kate had returned home in January after her surgery and was reported to be progressing well in her recovery, according to Kensington Palace. The palace also indicated that Princess Kate would likely resume public duties after Easter, as per medical advice.
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, had been discharged from The London Clinic after a two-week hospitalization for a scheduled procedure, Kensington Palace confirmed. The royal couple expressed gratitude for the care provided by the medical staff and acknowledged the support received from well-wishers around the world.