James Middleton, Princess Katherine's younger brother, recently provided a rare update on his sister's health following her completion of preventative chemotherapy. While promoting his new book, *Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life*, James took a moment to discuss how the Princess of Wales is doing after her long health journey. During his appearance on NBC's *Today Show* on September 26th, James spoke with host Kelly Cobiella about his sister's progress. Although careful not to disclose too many personal details, he reassured viewers that Catherine is receiving the support she needs.
"She's doing okay," James shared. "It's not for me to speak on her behalf, you know, how everything’s going." He continued by expressing his admiration for his sister, stating that her recovery is ongoing, and like any health journey, it requires the right support and focus.
James' comments followed Princess Katherine's own emotional update in a video released on September 9th, where she announced the completion of her chemotherapy. Surrounded by her husband and their three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—Katherine spoke openly about the difficult journey her family had faced over the past nine months.
"As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment," Katherine said in the heartfelt clip. "The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life, as you know it, can change in an instant, and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and the unknown."
The Princess of Wales' message was filled with hope and gratitude as she reflected on how the experience deepened her appreciation for life's simple pleasures, especially the importance of love. With chemotherapy now behind her, Katherine expressed her excitement about resuming her public duties in the months ahead.
Beyond supporting his sister during her health challenges, James Middleton has been open about his own struggles with mental health. In his book, *Meet Ella*, he shares how his beloved dog, Ella, played a pivotal role in helping him overcome clinical depression. Throughout his recovery, James found strength not only from his dog but also from his family, including Princess Katherine and Prince William.
"Katherine and William had both been involved in mental health charities, and it was through those works that I got help," James revealed during his interview. The bond within the Middleton family is one of resilience, as they continue to support one another through life's most challenging moments.
Princess Katherine's health battle first came to the public’s attention on March 22nd, when she revealed in another video that she had been diagnosed with cancer after doctors discovered cancer cells during a routine abdominal surgery in January. The announcement marked a challenging chapter for the royal family, but they faced it with strength and unity.
On the same day Katherine shared her diagnosis, James Middleton posted a heartfelt tribute to his sister on Instagram. The photo, a throwback of the siblings enjoying an outdoor activity together, was accompanied by a message of solidarity: "Over the years, we have climbed many mountains together. As a family, we will climb this one with you too."
During his *Today Show* interview, James elaborated on the powerful metaphor. "I like the metaphor of climbing a mountain," he said. "It's something that we’ve done as a family all our lives, and you have to respect the mountain."
As Princess Katherine takes her next steps toward a full recovery, the outpouring of love and support from both her family and the public serves as a reminder of the strength and togetherness that have helped her through this difficult time. With James Middleton’s touching words, the world gains a deeper understanding of the Princess’s journey and the steadfast love that has been a guiding force for her.
As for the Princess of Wales' return to work, she has already given royal fans a glimpse of what’s to come, with plans for her annual Christmas concert now underway.
