Kate, the Princess of Wales, has been seen in public for the first time since her abdominal surgery and hospital stay in January.
Kate, 42, was spotted on Monday being driven by her mother, Carole Middleton, near Windsor Castle.
The photo was not officially released by Kensington Palace.
This new photo of Kate comes amidst ongoing online speculation about her health.
Kate, the mother of three and wife of Prince William, was last seen on Christmas Day with the royal family at Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England.
In mid-January, it was announced that Kate had undergone planned abdominal surgery at The London Clinic and spent nearly two weeks recovering in the hospital before continuing at her family’s home in Windsor.
The palace announced her discharge on Jan. 29, providing one of the few updates on her status.
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Catherine, Princess of Wales arrives at the Shaping Us National Symposium at the Design Museum on Nov. 15, 2023 in London.
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Kate’s recent absence from public events, coupled with her husband’s absence due to a personal matter, has sparked online speculation about her well-being.
A palace spokesperson confirmed to ABC News on Feb. 29 that Kate is recovering well.
The spokesperson dismissed social media rumors about Kate’s health, stating that the palace will only provide significant updates on her recovery.
The palace previously announced that Kate is expected to resume her public duties later in the spring.
In previous years, William, Kate, and their children have been seen attending Easter Sunday service with other members of the royal family.
