Princess Kate shared a brief yet heartfelt response when questioned about her cancer journey during a recent royal engagement. The Princess of Wales visited textile producers in Wales to showcase their work and support the industry.
During her outing, she visited Hiut Denim, a family-operated jeans manufacturer in Cardigan, where she interacted with admirers and royal enthusiasts eager to see her. Amidst the crowd, one individual inquired about her family and mentioned her battle with cancer.
After her tour of the jeans factory, Kate spoke with a member of the public who asked about Prince George. She reassured him that Prince George was well and mentioned her upcoming visit to her children after the event. The man expressed his hopes for her swift recovery from her recent health struggles, to which Kate responded gratefully, emphasizing the positive impact of meeting inspiring individuals on her well-being.
Having been diagnosed with cancer in early 2024, Princess Kate underwent preventative chemotherapy and stepped back from royal duties. In January 2025, she announced that she had achieved remission.
Cardigan has a history of jeans manufacturing dating back to the 1960s, with Kate even trying her hand at stitching a label on jeans intended for Prince William during her visit to the factory.
While engaging with the factory staff, Kate interacted with the owner’s dog, Barney, showcasing her love for animals and revealing details about the family’s new eight-month-old puppy, alongside their older dog Orla.
During her visit to a wool mill at Melin Tregwynt in Wales, Kate demonstrated her interest in textiles by assisting in the repair of a fabric thread, highlighting her passion for fabrics and weaving.
Princess Kate’s fascination with fabrics and textiles has led her to explore various weaving mills and manufacturers over the past year, including visits to different locations such as Stirling, Carmarthenshire, Suffolk, Kent, Co Tyrone, and the V&A East Storehouse in London.
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