Princess Kate accompanied her husband, Prince William, on her first official engagement after chemotherapy treatment.

Princess of Wales Kate Middleton accompanied her husband Prince William on her first official duty after completing chemotherapy treatment. The couple visited the families of three young girls who lost their lives in a tragic stabbing incident in Southport in July.

42-year-old Kate and Prince William held private meetings with the families of 6-year-old Bebe King, 7-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe, and 9-year-old Alice Dasilva Aguiar. They also met with dance teacher Leanne Lucas, who was injured while protecting the children during the attack.

The visit was kept low-profile, particularly to respect the families' privacy. The royal couple also spoke with the emergency teams that intervened on the day of the incident. Kate referred to these teams as "real heroes," while William described them as "true professionals."

In an emotional statement after the visit, the couple said they would "continue to be with everyone in Southport" and noted, "Today's community gathering was a powerful experience that reminded us of the importance of supporting each other in the wake of unimaginable tragedy."

This visit is significant as it marks Kate's first public event since announcing her completion of cancer treatment last month. The princess emphasized her desire to show support, empathy, and compassion to the local community.

The royal couple advised the emergency teams to take good care of themselves and not rush back to work. William mentioned that they have "a tough few months ahead," but assured that they would get through it together.