Prince George Attends His First Festival of Remembrance with Kate Middleton

Prince George made his inaugural appearance at the Royal British Legion’s Festival of Remembrance service.

At 12 years old, George accompanied his mother, Princess Kate Middleton, to London’s Royal Albert Hall on Saturday, November 8. They were seated in a royal box alongside King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince Edward, Duchess Sophie, and other royal family members.

For the event, George looked dapper in a black suit paired with a striped tie and a poppy pin on his lapel. Kate, 43, also wore a poppy pin on her black long-sleeved dress, which featured a white Peter Pan collar.

Each November, the U.K. observes Remembrance to honor military veterans who served the Commonwealth. Many residents express their support by wearing poppies pinned on their clothing.

Typically, Kate and her husband, Prince William, attend the Royal Albert Hall service together. However, William, 43, was absent on Saturday due to his ongoing commitments in Brazil for the Earthshot Prize Awards.

Since their marriage in 2011, William and Kate have welcomed George, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7.

The family recently faced a challenging period after the Princess of Wales was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer in early 2024. Following her chemotherapy last year, Kate announced in January 2025 that she was in remission.

“I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude to The Royal Marsden for their exceptional care over the past year,” she shared in an Instagram statement. “I am deeply thankful to all those who have quietly supported William and me as we’ve navigated this journey. We couldn’t have asked for more. The care and guidance I received during my treatment has been outstanding.”

She added, “It’s a relief to be in remission now, and I remain focused on my recovery. As anyone who has undergone a cancer diagnosis knows, adjusting to the new normal takes time. Nonetheless, I am looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead, with much to anticipate. Thank you all for your continued support.”

Kate has gradually resumed her public duties while adjusting to her new routine.

“You put on a brave face during treatment. Once it’s over, you think, ‘I can move on, return to normal,’ but the following phase can be very challenging,” the duchess shared during an event at Essex’s Colchester Hospital in July. “You might not be under medical care any longer, but at home, you struggle to feel like your old self.”

She also remarked, “Having someone to help you navigate that phase post-treatment is invaluable. It’s a roller-coaster, and it’s not as straightforward as you might assume; the reality involves tough times.”

Kate’s battle with cancer also impacted George and his younger siblings.

“Everyone copes differently, and children are constantly learning and adjusting,” William revealed during a recent episode of Eugene Levy’s Apple TV+ series. “We strive to provide them with the security and safety they need. Our family is very open, so we discuss things that concern or trouble us, but the ripple effects can be unpredictable. It’s essential to support each other and reassure the children that everything will be alright.”