Prince William wished his wife a happy birthday today in a touching personal message after an extremely challenging year. The message, posted on Instagram and X, was shared alongside a new photograph of Kate taken by Matt Porteous in Windsor last summer.

Kate Middleton, who is celebrating her 43rd birthday on Jan. 9, has proven herself to be the shiniest jewel of the British monarchy. The princess is married to Prince William, heir to the throne.

The Prince of Wales wrote that he and the couple’s three kids — Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis — “are so proud” of Middleton.

Kate Middleton is celebrating her 43rd birthday by putting herself first. Less than one year after revealing her cancer diagnosis, the Princess of Wales is finding the balance between her health and work.

Princess Kate is celebrating her 43rd birthday. Her husband, Prince William, honored the "most incredible wife and mother" in a new post.

Prince William praised the strength of the Princess of Wales after a turbulent year, offering a 43rd birthday wish on social media that described her as an incredible wife and mother

Kate Middleton's 43rd birthday portrait was taken by Matt Porteous in Windsor Castle last summer. She is spending the day with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.