Speaking to Heart Radio’s breakfast program, William said Catherine, widely known as Kate, was “edging herself back into doing more” international visits and had been energized by a trip to Italy earlier this month, her first official foreign visit since her diagnosis.

“She’s been through so much in the last couple of years,” William said, adding that the visit had been an important milestone in her recovery and public return.
Catherine, 44, announced in January 2025 that she was in remission from cancer and has since been gradually increasing her public appearances and royal duties.

William praised his wife’s role within the family, describing her as an “amazing mum” and “amazing wife,” while highlighting the support she provides to their household as she continues her recovery.

The prince also offered a glimpse into family life, discussing the challenges of managing school routines for the couple’s three children. He joked about morning chaos involving their younger children, Charlotte and Louis, and said his eldest son, George, had been away boarding on Thursday night.

William revealed that jam sandwiches kept in the family car for eight-year-old Louis often leave sticky reminders behind, adding a lighthearted note to the interview.

The comments are part of a series of increasingly personal appearances by the heir to the British throne. In recent years, William and Catherine have occasionally shared details about family life, including measures such as restricting mobile phone use to help protect their children’s privacy.

The prince also spoke about personal interests, saying he enjoys dance music, prefers eggs on sourdough for breakfast and remains a devoted supporter of Aston Villa.

William celebrated Aston Villa’s UEFA Europa League triumph this week in Istanbul, describing the victory as a significant moment for supporters of the club he has followed for most of his life.