Will King Charles III join this year’s Easter seating?

Following his cancer treatment, precautions are being taken to keep the King of England safe.


Entertainment Desk March 30, 2024
- Reuters

 Kate Middleton isn't the only member of the Royal Family grappling with cancer.

Last month, King Charles III received a similar diagnosis and, despite health challenges that have kept him away from public events for weeks, he is expected to make an appearance for Easter this Sunday.

The Royal Easter service will have a different feel this year. Both the monarch and Queen Camilla will sit separately from the main congregation at St. George's Chapel on March 31 to protect his health, as confirmed by The Telegraph.

Traditionally, the Monarchs are to be accompanied by the King's sister, Princess Anne, and her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, along with Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, and her daughters, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice. 

This year, Prince William and Kate Middleton will also likely not be in attendance due to Middleton's ongoing cancer treatment.

"In this country, we are blessed by all the different services that exist for our welfare," he stated, according to a recording aired by NBC News. "But over and above these organisations and their selfless staff, we need and benefit greatly from those that extend the hand of friendship to us, especially in a time of need."

Charles, whose cancer diagnosis was disclosed in February, was advised by his medical team to defer public engagements during his treatment, according to statements from Buckingham Palace. 

However, Buckingham Palace has announced that King Charles III is expected to attend the traditional Easter church service at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle on Sunday. 

This will be his most prominent appearance since his cancer diagnosis was made public.

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