On Saturday, the Princess of Wales revealed a stunning new blonde hair transformation as she participated in a walkabout outside Windsor Castle, following the heartbreaking death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8th. She and her husband, Prince William, reunited with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for a surprise royal appearance. This was Catherine’s first royal duty as the Princess of Wales, and she put on a brave face while greeting royal fans who gathered to pay their respects with touching floral tributes.
Although the royals adhered to traditional mourning attire by dressing in all-black, Catherine found subtle ways to honor the late monarch through her clothing choices. During this period of mourning, the mother of three was photographed in a chic, long-sleeved black dress paired with suede heels. Her look was finished with a softly tousled hairstyle, highlighting her noticeably lighter locks. Catherine appeared to have swapped her usual dark brown hair for a softer brunette shade, accented with honey-toned highlights.
Just last month, the royal was seen at the Commonwealth Games with a much darker chestnut hair color, enriched with chocolate lowlights. The transformation was subtle yet noticeable, adding a refreshing change to her usual look.
Around 2,000 mourners gathered at London's Westminster Abbey to observe Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral ceremony. Over 4 billion people around the world tuned in to watch the state funeral of Britain's longest-reigning monarch. However, several moments captured during the service are now banned from being broadcast and will never be seen again.
During the solemn occasion, Princess Catherine chose to wear her Bahrain Pearl and Diamond drop earrings, which were crafted from two of seven pearls gifted to Queen Elizabeth by the Sheikh of Bahrain at her wedding to then-Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten. Catherine also donned the Queen's Four-Row Japanese Pearl Choker, crafted by Garrard, which she had previously worn during a celebration of Elizabeth and Philip's 70th anniversary in 2017. This choker was also famously worn by her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana.
Some of the banned footage includes emotional moments, such as shots of Prince Edward and his wife, Sophie, weeping during the service. The Queen's youngest son and his wife, often referred to as the late monarch's favorite daughter-in-law, were seated in the front pew and were seen wiping tears at various points during the service. Similarly, clips of Princess Anne's daughter, Zara, and Prince Andrew's daughter, Princess Eugenie, getting visibly upset will also not be shown again. Another moment that won't air again involves Prince William's eldest son, Prince George, seen wiping his nose during the service.
In a separate development, the Royal Family made a public announcement via a video released on March 22, filmed by BBC Studios, revealing that Catherine, the Princess of Wales, had been diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer following tests conducted after a planned abdominal surgery in January. Nine months later, Catherine shared a more personal video, featuring unpublished images of her family. In the message, she revealed that she had completed her cancer treatment, bringing relief and joy to her many followers.
It has been confirmed that Catherine managed to keep her natural hair throughout her treatment, which is likely due to the type of chemotherapy she received. Hair loss during chemotherapy can be influenced by several factors, including the specific drug used, the dosage, and the patient’s individual response. Catherine underwent a procedure called cold cap therapy, which involves wearing a cooling helmet during treatment to reduce blood flow to the scalp and limit the amount of medication reaching the hair follicles, thereby minimizing hair loss.
Her announcement of the completion of chemotherapy is not only a moment of celebration but also serves as a message of hope to those facing similar struggles. Many patients undergoing chemotherapy take additional medications to help combat the side effects of treatment. The success of treatment can depend on various factors, such as the type of cancer, when it was initially treated, the patient’s age, and whether they have any other underlying health conditions.
Catherine’s strength and resilience during this challenging time continue to inspire many around the world.
