Prince William and Princess Kate, accompanied by their three children, rejoined the royal family for the traditional Easter Sunday church service at St George's Chapel in Windsor, marking their first attendance in three years. The family had been absent from the event since 2023, with their absence in 2024 attributed to Kate's cancer diagnosis and in 2025 due to a family holiday in Norfolk.
Royal Gathering at Windsor
King Charles and Queen Camilla were also present at the service, with the King notably giving a friendly pat on the shoulder to Prince Louis, the seven-year-old son of William and Kate, as he arrived with his siblings Prince George and Princess Charlotte. The event, seen as a family gathering rather than an official engagement, included other royals such as Princess Anne with her husband Sir Tim Laurence and Prince Edward with his family.
Notable Absences and Public Interactions
Unlike the previous year, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor did not attend what would have been his first Easter service since losing his royal titles. His ex-wife Sarah Ferguson was also absent, while his daughters Eugenie and Beatrice reportedly had alternative Easter plans. After the service, King Charles and Queen Camilla engaged with the public, shaking hands and offering Easter greetings, though no official Easter message was issued by the King this year.
Social Media and Celebrations
The official Royal Family account on X shared an image of a cross with the message 'He is risen!' and a note wishing a joyous Easter to Christians in the UK, the Commonwealth, and worldwide. This return to tradition highlights a moment of unity for the royal family after recent challenges and absences.
