In a recent announcement that has disappointed many royal watchers and fans, it has been revealed that the Princess of Wales will be unable to attend the Trooping the Color review this year.
Despite the setback, the news has been met with an outpouring of affection and understanding from both the public and the royal family.
Breaking her silence amid cancer treatment, the Princess of Wales issued a personally signed letter to the Irish Guards, expressing her best wishes to the regiment ahead of the Colonel’s review next weekend.
In a moving social media post, the Irish Guards shared a video of the heartfelt letter being read out, capturing the emotional note delivered on monogrammed paper.
The letter expressed the Princess’s pride in the regiment and her deep regret at being unable to take the salute at this year’s Colonel review. Despite her absence, she conveyed her hope of representing them soon and sent her best wishes and good luck to all involved. The Princess concluded the letter by handwriting the Irish Guards’ motto “Quis separabit,” which means “Who shall separate us,” signing it “Colonel Catherine.”
Her heartfelt message reaffirms her steadfast dedication to duty, resonating deeply with all who know her courage in the face of adversity. As Catherine continues her battle with cancer, the world watches and waits with bated breath, hoping for a positive outcome and a return to health and happiness for the beloved princess.
The letter received a round of applause from the guards, who were deeply touched by the gesture. They expressed their gratitude and well wishes, echoing the Princess’s sentiment of unity and resilience.
Traditionally, as Colonel of the Irish Guards, the Princess would have taken the salute at the Colonel’s review rehearsal. However, as she continues her recovery, Lieutenant James Bucknell will take her place at this year’s event.
Speculation remains about whether Princess Catherine could make a brief balcony appearance alongside her husband, Prince William, and their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, during Trooping the Color. While the palace has confirmed her absence from the Colonel’s review, they have not provided clarity on her potential attendance at Trooping the Color itself.
Palace sources emphasize that the Princess is not expected to return to official duties until given the all-clear by doctors, and any appearances at royal events would be sporadic. However, given her emotional note, it seems unlikely that she will be in attendance.
Meanwhile, the King, who has been undergoing his own cancer treatments, will attend his birthday celebration in London next Saturday. As part of adaptations to his routine, he will travel in an Ascot Landau Carriage with Queen Camila, reflecting the careful consideration of his working comeback reviewed for each engagement by the palace.
