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Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Relationship Timeline

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By: Shelby Stivale
9 January 2025 at 06:07

The world watched in awe as Prince William and Princess Kate wed at Westminster Abbey in London on April 29, 2011, and years later, commoners still stand impressed with the couple. Though they didn’t tie the knot until 2011, Kate and William first met 10 years prior while studying history at Scotland’s University of St Andrews. The two would go on to keep quiet about their romance as they completed their education, but later had a high-profile split in 2007.

“At the time I wasn’t very happy about it, but it actually made me a stronger person,” Kate shared during a joint interview with William in November 2010. “You find out things about yourself that maybe you hadn’t realized. I think you can get quite consumed by a relationship when you are younger, and I really valued that time for me as well although I didn’t think it at the time.”

The pair reconciled the following year, and announced their engagement in November 2010. They are now proud parents of Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

Scroll down to take a look back at William and Kate’s royal romance:

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The two began dating after meeting at the University of St Andrews. Years later, William admitted during an interview with BBC’s Tom Bradby that he attempted to impress his then-girlfriend by making “amazing fancy dinners.”

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Shortly after news of their engagement broke, William and Kate did their first-ever joint video interview. “It was about three weeks ago on holiday in Kenya. We had a little private time away together with some friends and I just decided that it was the right time really,” William revealed of how he popped the question. “We had been talking about marriage for a while so it wasn’t a massively big surprise.”

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It’s a boy! The duo welcomed their first child, Prince George, on July 22. William and Kate announced news of their growing brood in December 2012. "Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to announce that the Duchess of Cambridge is expecting a baby," Kensington Palace said in a statement at the time.

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Princess Charlotte makes her debut! Kate gave birth to the couple’s daughter on May 2, and the proud parents showed off their baby girl outside of the Lindo Wing at St. Mary's Hospital in London, with William in a blue sweater and the doting mom in a white and yellow Jenny Packham dress.

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William and Kate displayed a rare moment of PDA at the Wimbledon championship when the duchess wiped a speck from her husband's cheek.

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Baby makes five! Kate and William welcomed their second son, Prince Louis, on April 23. “We’re very happy. We’re delighted. Thank you,” the prince told the press as he, Kate and the newborn left the hospital hours later. “You’ll find out soon enough,” William teased of the name at the time. “We didn’t keep you waiting too long.”

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Kate went viral when she pulled away from the prince when he attempted to place his hand on her shoulder during their appearance on the A Very Berry Christmas Special.

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A source exclusively told Us Weekly that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepping down from their senior royal duties brought the Cambridges "closer together" despite their busier schedules.  

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William and Kate marked their first official visit to Ireland with a three-day trip in Dublin, County Meath, County Kildare and Galway.

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The royal couple advocated for the Every Mind Matters mental health campaign to highlight the importance of maintaining mental health amid the coronavirus quarantine.

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The family of five shared a sweet Christmas card in December 2020. A source told Us at the time that George, Charlotte and Louis couldn’t “wait for Christmas” because it is their “favorite time of year.”

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The couple made headlines for their color-coordinated outfits and attempts to golf during a royal engagement at the Cheesy Waffles Project in Durham, England, in April 2021.

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William and Kate celebrated a decade of marriage with two picture-perfect portraits and a family video on April 29, 2021. “Thank you to everyone for the kind messages on our wedding anniversary. We are enormously grateful for the 10 years of support we have received in our lives as a family. W&C,” their official Instagram read alongside the video, which included the parents running around with their kids and roasting smores.

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William and Kate returned to the University of St Andrews during their royal tour of Scotland in May 2021. “It was here in Scotland — 20 years ago this year — that I first met Catherine,” he gushed during an appearance at The Church of Scotland. “Needless to say, the town where you meet your future wife holds a very special place in your heart.” The couple stopped by some of their old haunts, which she called a “trip down memory lane.”

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The royal couple attended the “Together At Christmas” community carol service at London’s Westminster Abbey. Kate wore a red dress and coat, holding hands with her husband as they entered the chapel.

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“Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!” the pair wrote via Instagram on New Year’s Eve alongside a photo of them all dressed up and smiling as they waved goodbye to 2021.

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“[Kate] has the coldest hands ever,” the Duke of Cambridge told Welsh residents during a joint St. David’s Day outing with Kate on March 1. “They say, 'Cold hands, warm heart.’”

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Will and Kate brought their eldest children, George and Charlotte, to the royal family’s annual Easter service at St George’s Chapel for the first time.

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The duke and duchess stepped out at the London premiere of Top Gun: Maverick, where they met the entire cast — including star Tom Cruise.

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Us confirmed that the pair are planning to relocate from their longtime Kensington Palace residence.
“Kate and William are moving to Windsor to be closer to [Queen Elizabeth II] and Carole [Middleton], who is always on hand to look after the kids when the Cambridges need to travel back and forth from London,” a source noted at the time. “They’re starting over there, and George, Charlotte and Louis are really excited about going to a new school and being in the countryside in the fresh air where there’s lots of space for them to play freely.”

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The pair unveiled their first joint portrait on June 23 at the University of Cambridge’s Fitzwilliam Museum. The Cambridgeshire Royal Portrait Fund commissioned the art piece, which was painted by Jamie Coreth, in 2021.

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Following the queen's death, both William and Kate received new titles, becoming the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall in addition to their previous titles as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. During his first speech as king, Charles also announced that William will be styled as the Prince of Wales, which is the title traditionally reserved for the heir apparent. As his wife, Kate will be called Princess of Wales. The title was most famously used by Diana, but Queen Consort Camilla technically became the Princess of Wales when she married Charles in 2005. (She used the title Duchess of Cornwall because Princess of Wales was so closely associated with the late Diana.) 

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The royals made their first solo appearance as the Prince and Princess of Wales as they viewed floral tributes to the late queen outside Sandringham Estate.

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The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall stood beside their two eldest children, George and Charlotte, during the queen's state funeral.

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The couple returned to work with a visit to Wales following Queen Elizabeth II’s death and funeral celebration earlier in the month. The trip marked the first time that the duo appeared in the country as the newly dubbed Prince and Princess of Wales.
The twosome kicked off the week on September 27 in Anglesey, which is where William and Kate lived as newlyweds in 2010 and as new parents after the birth of Prince George in 2013. The royals were all smiles as they toured the RNLI Holyhead Lifeboat Station before jetting off to Swansea to meet with food bank workers and children from the area.

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During a joint outing in England, William responded to an onlooker who said his wife looked "beautiful" in a dark maroon dress. “Oh she always looks stunning!” he replied in footage uploaded to Twitter. 
When the couple celebrated 12 years of marriage later that month, a source exclusively told Us they marked the occasion with heartfelt gifts. William gave his wife "a stunning diamond ring" that once belonged to his late mother, along with "a replica of the bouquet of flowers" Kate held on their wedding day. From his wife, he received "a framed sketch of the two of them from an old photograph" taken in college. 

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William and Kate attended Charles’ coronation at Westminster Abbey, where they followed the king and queen’s procession into the chapel. The duke and duchess were joined by all three of their children.

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They may be royalty, but the Prince and Princess of Wales face issues in their relationship just like the rest of the world. “Kate and William have been having ups and downs in their marriage like everyone else,” a source exclusively told Us. “But they’re focused on their royal duties and doing that as a unit.”

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After questions rose regarding Kate’s well-being, she and William were spotted out and about at the Windsor Farm Shop on March 18. Days later, Kate announced that she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy after she was diagnosed with a cancer, making it clear that William was by her side.
“Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too, as is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you,” she said in the March 22 announcement video. “It means so much to us both. We hope that you’ll understand that as a family, we now need some time, space, and privacy while I complete my treatment.”

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William and Kate celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary by releasing a never-before-seen portrait from their big day.

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Kate highlighted her husband’s support as she announced that she completed chemotherapy treatment. 
“This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted,” she said in a statement. “Of simply loving and being loved.”

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William honored Kate in a social media caption when celebrating her 43rd birthday.
“To the most incredible wife and mother. The strength you’ve shown over the last year has been remarkable,” he wrote alongside a new photo of the Princess of Wales. “George, Charlotte, Louis and I are so proud of you. Happy Birthday, Catherine. We love you. W.”

Gift Him Healthy Hair This Valentine's Day With These Ultra-Luxe Men's Conditioners

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By: Savannah Born
9 January 2025 at 06:04

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Whether you’re riding solo this year, hosting a Galentine’s Day party or have a significant other to shop for, you’re probably feeling the love in the air. The only thing that can dampen the mood is stress — stress about finding the perfect gift for your guy.

It’s much easier for men. All they have to do is grab your favorite brand of chocolates and a bouquet of flowers whereas Us gals have to think harder. What do men even want for Valentine’s Day? Believe it or not, men aren’t as different from Us as we’d expect. While they may not be itching for a bouquet of flowers, they too enjoy the finer things in life, particularly when it comes to haircare, skincare and grooming.

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Most guys already have a go-to face cream and grooming tools, but conditioners are a different story. If he uses a cheap drugstore conditioner or — worse — a five-in-one shower gel, you’ll make his day by grabbing him a luxe conditioner specifically designed for men.

Whether he has curly or straight hair, suffers from balding or a receding hairline, has a sensitive scalp or any combination of factors, you’ll find the perfect formula below.

Soothing and Smoothing Natural Conditioner

It’s a bestseller for a reason! This blend comes in three manly scents — classic, coconut apricot and santal cedar — and three sizes, so you may want to grab him one of each.

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American Crew Conditioner

Made with 91% naturally derived ingredients and vitamin B5, his hair and scalp will stay moisturized all winter long. The formula is vegan, too!

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Blackwood for Men Active Man Conditioner

Is he practically married to the gym? This thickening conditioner is designed to thicken hair, treat dandruff and add shine, removing pore-clogging buildup in the process.

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Viking Revolution Sandalwood Conditioner

The brand name says it all! This biotin and jojoba-infused conditioner doesn’t cause any itching or irritation; instead, it leaves a shiny, hydrated mane that smells like sandalwood.

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Hims Thick Fix Conditioner 

If he’s losing hair, it’s about time he tries a thickening conditioner. This eucalyptus-scented pack of two contains niacinamide to stimulate hair growth at the root.

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Nutrafol Strand Defender Conditioner

Over 5,000 people bought this physician-formulated conditioner last month alone! While technically a unisex product, he’ll think it was made just for him. The formula provides lightweight protection against breakage, environmental stressors and more.

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Huron Smooth and Nourish Conditioner

All he needs is a quarter-size drop to tame frizzy, unruly hair. This hydrating conditioner contains shea butter, argan oil and aloe to leave both his hair and his scalp hydrated.

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Diddy Doc Trailer Teases Shocking Revelations From Mystery Interview

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By: Yana Grebenyuk
9 January 2025 at 06:00

Investigation Discovery’s explosive docuseries about Sean “Diddy” Combs features new revelations about the disgraced music mogul — including comments from a surprise interview subject — ahead of his sex trafficking trial.

The network released the official trailer on Thursday, January 9, which featured more than 30 interviews from former friends, employees and colleagues who all have individual allegations of abuse against Diddy, 55.

“I have been quiet for 18 years,” shared one person as someone else noted how “absolutely nervous” they were to speak out. In another confessional, an individual said they could “no longer just remain silent” about their experience.

The topics covered in the upcoming four-part docuseries include allegations of abuse, violence and threats. The documentary also features footage of Diddy’s ex-girlfriend Cassie, who sued him in November 2023 for sexual assault and physical abuse. Diddy has denied all allegations and the pair settled the case out of court one day later.

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After Cassie’s lawsuit, several other people came forward with similar misconduct accusations against Diddy, which he denied. The disgraced rapper is currently in prison after being arrested on charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution. Diddy issued a plea of not guilty after his arrest but was denied bail. He currently faces up to life in prison if convicted.

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The Fall of Diddy hails from Maxine Productions, which worked on Investigation Discovery’s bombshell doc Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV. According to a press release, The Fall of Diddy “uncovers the insidious and terrifying allegations of sexual assault, abusive behavior, violence, and other disturbing claims that lay beneath his success.”

The interview revelations include comments from some who claim they “saw his alleged violence and temper during his college days at Howard University and the onset of his career with Bad Boy Records, to those who knew him at the height of his influence and power in recent years,” according to the same press release. The sneak peek ended with someone sitting down to be interviewed — but their identity remained a secret.

Danity Kane member D. Woods, producer Rodney ‘Lil Rod’ Jones, magazine editor Danyel Smith, hip hop minister and spiritual advisor Reverend Conrad Tillard, former driver Wardel Fenderson, bodyguard Roger Bonds, childhood friend Tim Patterson, publicist Dr. LaJoyce Brookshire and alleged victims Thalia Graves and Natania Griffin were interview for the docuseries. Makeup artist Mylah Morales, who claims to have witnessed Diddy’s alleged abuse of Cassie, 38, also took part in The Fall of Diddy series.

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Prosecutors previously alleged in the 14-page unsealed indictment that Diddy “abused, threatened and coerced women and others around him to fulfill his sexual desires, protect his reputation and conceal his conduct.”

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“Combs relied on the employees, resources and influence of the multifaceted business empire that he led and controlled — creating a criminal enterprise whose members and associates engaged in, and attempted to engage in, among other crimes, sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice,” the indictment continued of the accusations, some of which date back to 2009.

Diddy’s attorney Marc Agnifilo denied the accusations in a statement.

“We are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution of Mr. Combs by the U.S. Attorney’s Office,” Agnifilo told Us Weekly after the arrest. “Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is a music icon, self-made entrepreneur, loving family man and proven philanthropist who has spent the last 30 years building an empire, adoring his children and working to uplift the Black community.”

Agnifilo added: “He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal. To his credit, Mr. Combs has been nothing but cooperative with this investigation and he voluntarily relocated to New York last week in anticipation of these charges. Please reserve your judgment until you have all the facts. These are the acts of an innocent man with nothing to hide, and he looks forward to clearing his name in court.”

Diddy has since been named in dozens of lawsuits where he has been accused of sexual assault, all of which his legal team continues to deny. A civil complaint from October 2024 was amended on December 2024, to include Jay-Z‘s name in accusations claiming the duo raped a then-13-year-old at a party.

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Jay-Z, 55, publicly denied the allegations and has since asked the federal court in New York to dismiss the case completely and have the accuser’s name made public.

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“Mr. Carter deserves to know the identity of the person who is effectively accusing him — in sensationalized, publicity-hunting fashion — of criminal conduct, demanding massive financial compensation, and tarnishing a reputation earned over decades,” the Monday, December 9, court documents stated. “That campaign was cynical and calculated to force payment of an exorbitant sum of money — Defendant would have to pay X millions of dollars irrespective of the truth, or else.”

The filing continued: “When Defendant refused to pay and instead took measures to establish his innocence, this unnamed Plaintiff and her self-promoting counsel (whose name has been splashed across headlines and press conferences under auspices of representing her) went to extraordinary lengths to shut down fair defense. But those efforts, too, failed.”

The Fall of Diddy airs on Investigation Discovery Monday, January 27, and Tuesday, January 28, at 9 p.m. ET. Episodes will also be available to stream on Max.

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Every Time Princess Kate Paid Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II With Her Jewelry

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By: Michelle McGahan
9 January 2025 at 06:00

A royal tribute. It was considered a high honor whenever the late Queen Elizabeth II would allow family members to borrow her jewels — and Princess Kate Middleton made sure to return the favor by honoring the late monarch with her chosen gems.

Throughout her seven decades as Britain’s longest-reigning sovereign, the queen — who died in September 2022 at age 96 — would lend her jewelry out on special occasions, always abiding by royal protocol. Tiaras, in particular, came with their own set of rules, including one that states family members can’t wear the headpiece until they’re married — and non-family members can’t don one until they marry into the family.

Kate first wore one of Queen Elizabeth’s tiaras at her April 2011 wedding to Prince William, sporting the sparkling Cartier “Halo” design that held her sheer veil. The stunning headpiece was initially purchased by the monarch’s father, King George VI, for his wife, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, who passed it down to her eldest daughter on Elizabeth’s 18th birthday.

While Kate has often chosen to honor her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana, with her style and jewels, she has also frequently worn many of the queen’s accessories — at celebratory and somber occasions alike — in the years since she wed William.

Two years prior to Queen Elizabeth’s death, a source exclusively told Us Weekly about the bond between Kate and the monarch.

“Her Majesty sees the Cambridges as the future of the monarchy and trusts Kate and William’s judgment implicitly,” the insider told Us in April 2020. “Kate asks for advice about speeches she’s due to make, whom she can depend on most within the palace and protocol dos and don’ts. The queen’s more than happy to impart her wisdom — she’s proud to be Catherine’s go-to adviser about royal life.”

Kate again sported a pair of the late monarch’s jewelry and Diana’s at King Charles III’s royal coronation in May 2023 by pairing her white Alexander McQueen gown and glittering floral headpiece by wearing Elizabeth’s George VI Festoon Necklace and Diana’s South Sea Pearl Earrings.

Keep scrolling to see every time Kate honored the late monarch with her jewelry:

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Kate looked sharp at the Ceremonial Welcome of the Amir of the State of Qatar in a wine red Alexander McQueen blazer dress and a layered pearl necklace, which once belonged to the late queen in December 2024. Kate matched the choker with pearl drop earrings dating back to 1947.

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Kate looked lovely while wearing the Lover’s Knot tiara at the Diplomatic Corps at Buckingham Palace in November 2023. She added even more sparkle to her look with a sequin Jenny Packham dress featuring delicate floral beading on the waist and collar. 

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Kate wore the queen’s statement pearl-and diamond-earrings, which are thought to be part of the Queen’s matching Brooch collection, at the National Service of Remembrance in November 2023. 

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Kate looked classy while wearing a pair of Elizabeth’s pearl earrings at a service for the Queen in September 2023. 

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Kate beamed in colorful stud earrings that once belonged to HRH while enjoying Jubilee festivities in June 2022. 

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The Princess matched Elizabeth’s sapphire-and-diamond earrings to her plaid Holland Cooper jacket at a Cruella movie screening in May 2021. 

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Kate wore a pair of Queen Elizabeth II’s dangling diamond earrings while speaking at Place2Be Wellbeing in Schools Awards in November 2016. 

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Kate wore a diamond leaf pin at a Ceremonial Welcome in April 2014.

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Kate sported Queen Elizabeth’s George VI Festoon Necklace at Charles’ coronation in May 2023. Created in 1950, the piece features three rows of diamonds and was commissioned by Elizabeth’s father, King George VI. She also wore Diana’s South Sea Pearl Earrings to the ceremony at Westminster Abbey.

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Princess Kate donned a glittery Jenny Packham gown and dangly diamond earrings that belonged to Queen Elizabeth II at the Diplomatic Corps at Buckingham Palace in December 2022. 

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Kate, who wore the four-strand necklace to the queen’s funeral, added the baubles to her Remembrance Festival outfit in November 2022.

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To pay her respects to Queen Elizabeth at Her Majesty's state funeral in September 2022, Kate donned a pearl-string necklace. The Princess of Wales paired the piece, which was also worn by Princess Diana in the 1980s, with dangling earrings and a veiled fascinator.

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The Princess of Wales held a lunch for the governors-general of the Commonwealth nations at Buckingham Palace in September 2022, and she wore the late queen's favorite accessory — a triple set of pearls. 

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Kate wore the sparkler atop her black coat dress as she participated in Her Majesty's procession to Westminster Hall in September 2022.

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As her 2011 wedding to William officially made her a member of the royal family, Kate marked the occasion by wearing the queen’s Cartier tiara.

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Though Elizabeth wasn’t in attendance at the Service of Thanksgiving celebration during her June 2022 Platinum Jubilee, Kate paid tribute to the sovereign through her choice of earrings — on loan from the queen herself.

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The University of St. Andrews alum stunned in these sapphire and diamond earrings, which originally belonged to the Queen Mother.

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A favorite of the late Princess of Wales — loaned to her by the queen as well — Kate has worn the aptly titled Cambridge Lovers’ Knot tiara on multiple occasions.

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A clear fan of the queen’s earrings — and diamonds — the duchess dazzled while wearing this stunning set from the monarch.

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Kate opted to pay tribute to Philip and the queen at the Duke of Edinburgh’s 2021 funeral by wearing a matching set of pearl earrings and a pearl choker, which she borrowed from Elizabeth.

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Kate, like her grandmother-in-law before her, shined bright like a diamond whenever she borrowed this jewel of a bracelet from the monarch.

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It doesn’t get any more special than borrowing the same bracelet Her Majesty wore on her wedding day, seen here on Kate in 2015.

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The late sovereign, known for her bright style and special brooches, lent her maple leaf-shaped pin to her granddaughter-in-law on her 2016 tour of Canada.

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This diamond-encrusted beauty is fit for a queen — literally.

Princess Kate Through the Years: From Commoner to Future Queen Consort

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By: Shelby Stivale
9 January 2025 at 05:49

Princess Kate made her way through the ranks of the royal family, quickly transforming from a commoner into the future queen consort of England.

The Princess of Wales met her future husband, Prince William, in college, and the couple tied the knot in 2011 after nearly a decade together. They went on to welcome son Prince George, daughter Princess Charlotte and son Prince Louis.

Since joining the royal family, Kate has solidified herself as an activist and a caring mother. Though the Prince of Wales is first in line to the throne, Kate has already begun preparing for the time when the pair will ascend as king and queen.

“Kate’s been taking on new responsibilities little by little over the last few years, so it won’t be a shock when the time comes,” royal expert Rebecca Long told Us Weekly exclusively in April 2019. “William and Kate are the favorite royals to take the crown in many generations, so the people of the U.K. are very excited about it.”

Scroll to relive highlights from Princess Kate’s life:

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Catherine Elizabeth Middleton was born to Michael Middleton and Carole Middleton on January 9, 1982. She and her younger siblings, sister Pippa Middleton and brother James Middleton, were raised in Chapel Row, England.

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Kate attended the University of St Andrews in Scotland, where she studied art history. She graduated in 2005.

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The then college student began dating William in December 2003 after meeting him at St Andrews. They split briefly in April 2007 but got back together months later.

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William and Kate announced their engagement in November 2010. The prince popped the question in October 2010 during a getaway to Kenya. He famously proposed with the engagement ring that belonged to his late mother, Princess Diana.

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Kate began her royal duties months before tying the knot with William. The duo even traveled to Belfast for an official visit one month before their nuptials.

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Wedding bells! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge exchanged vows at Westminster Abbey in April 2011.

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Kate traveled to the United States for the first time in July 2011, making a stop in California during a tour of nearby Canada.

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The duchess appeared at her first solo royal engagement in October 2011 at an event for In Kind Direct, a charity founded by father-in-law Prince Charles.

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The palace announced Kate’s first pregnancy in December 2012 amid concerns over her hyperemesis gravidarum, which caused severe morning sickness. She gave birth to Prince George in July 2013.

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William, Kate and George took an extensive trip to New Zealand and Australia in April 2014, touring several regions in the areas.

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Kate delivered her second child, Princess Charlotte, in May 2015.

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The twosome took a royal tour of India and Bhutan in April 2016.

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William, Kate and Prince Harry launched a joint mental health initiative called Heads Together in May 2016, which prompted her to open up about her own experiences with motherhood and other aspects of life.

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Kate traveled outside of the country by herself on official royal business for the first time in October 2016, visiting The Netherlands.

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The future king and queen consort went to Sweden and Norway in January 2018.

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Kate welcomed her third child, Prince Louis, in April 2018.

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William and Kate embarked on a royal tour of Pakistan in October 2019.

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As the coronavirus pandemic raged on, Kate showed her support for healthcare workers on the frontlines as part of the Clap for Carers campaign in April 2020. William and the couple's three children also joined in the commemorative clapping.

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"Like most people, Kate doesn’t think twice about recycling clothes," a royal insider told Us exclusively in May 2020 after the duchess rocked the same red L.K. Bennett dress over Zoom that she previously wore to Wimbledon in 2015. "She thinks it would be a waste to wear something once and then throw it away."

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Ready for her next role! As she continues her royal tenure, a source told Us exclusively that "Kate has flourished into a queen in waiting" while William prepares to one day take over the throne. "The royal family couldn't be more pleased," the source added in November 2020.

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Kate was the picture of a proud mom in December 2020 when George, Charlotte and Louis made their red carpet debut alongside their parents. William and Kate held their children’s hands as they attended a pantomime performance of The National Lottery’s Pantoland. A source exclusively told Us later that month that the couple hoped “to be able to take the kids with them on royal engagements” in 2021 as long as the events did not “interfere” with their schooling.

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Kate and William celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary in April 2021. In honor of the special occasion, they released two new portraits and an Instagram video of them with their kids. “Thank you to everyone for the kind messages on our wedding anniversary,” they captioned the montage. “We are enormously grateful for the 10 years of support we have received in our lives as a family. W&C.”

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The duchess launched the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood in June 2021. “I wanted to understand what we could do to help prevent some of today’s toughest social challenges and what more we could do to help with the rising rates of poor mental health,” she explained in a Twitter video. “Working closely with others, the center hopes to raise awareness of why the first five years of life are just so important for our future life outcomes, and what we can do as a society to embrace this golden opportunity to create a happier, more mentally healthy, more nurturing society.” 

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Kate glowed in the Cambridges’ annual family Christmas card, released in December 2021. She and William placed their hands on each other’s knees as George, Charlotte and Louis posed around them. 

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The duchess sat for a trio of new portraits, taken by fashion photographer Paolo Roversi, in honor of her 40th birthday. The images are set to be displayed at England’s National Portrait Gallery in a rotating “Coming Home” exhibition, taking place in the U.K. cities of Berkshire, St. Andrews and Anglesey.

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Kate made her return to the 76th British Academy Film Awards with William in February, stunning in a white, one-shoulder Jenny Packham gown with full-length black gloves.

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Kate and Charlotte wore matching looks at Charles’ coronation in May 2023. The mother-daughter duo each sported white dresses designed by Alexander McQueen, as well as bejeweled floral headpieces by Jess Collett x Alexander McQueen. Kate accessorized her look with Queen Elizabeth’s George VI Festoon Necklace and Princess Diana’s South Sea Pearl Earrings.
During the ceremony, Kate showed her respect to Charles by curtsying as he and Camilla exited Westminster Abbey. She, William and their kids later joined the king and queen during their balcony appearance at Buckingham Palace.

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Kensington Palace announced in January that Kate was hospitalized for “planned abdominal surgery.” The statement noted that Kate would be “unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter.”
She announced in March that she was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer and was undergoing a preventative course of chemotherapy. That September, Kate shared that she completed the treatment.
"Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus," Kate said in a statement. "Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes. I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can."

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The Princess of Wales stunned in a new photo shared to celebrate her 43rd birthday on January 9. William dedicated a heartfelt caption to the next chapter of his wife’s journey.
“To the most incredible wife and mother. The strength you’ve shown over the last year has been remarkable,” he wrote. “George, Charlotte, Louis and I are so proud of you. Happy Birthday, Catherine. We love you. W.”
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