Amidst his recent cancer diagnosis announced by Buckingham Palace on February 5th, King Charles III, aged 75, made a cheerful appearance at St Mary Magdalene church this morning.
Accompanied by Queen Camilla, the Monarch attended the church service on the royal Sandringham Estate, where he has been convalescing.
Royal enthusiasts were treated to a glimpse of King Charles waving at the cameras, captured in a video shared by royal expert Chris Ship on X (formerly known as Twitter).
WATCH: Video of the King’s arrival at church in Sandringham. The first time he’s been seen in public since retreating there after getting his first round of cancer treatment.
— Chris Ship (@chrisshipitv) February 11, 2024
Charles and Queen Camilla attended the 11am service at St Mary Magdalene Church.
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Notably, King Charles's public outing followed shortly after he issued a gratitude note expressing appreciation for the overwhelming support and well-wishes received from around the globe.
In an official statement released by Buckingham Palace on Sunday, the King of the UK conveyed his heartfelt thanks, stating, "I would like to express my most heartfelt thanks for the many messages of support and good wishes I have received in recent days."
Recognizing the solace such kind gestures bring, especially for those affected by cancer, King Charles underscored the significance of public awareness and advocacy for organizations supporting cancer patients and their families.
He expressed, "It is equally heartening to hear how sharing my own diagnosis has helped promote public understanding and shine a light on the work of all those organizations which support cancer patients and their families across the UK and wider world."
The King concluded by expressing his profound admiration for the unwavering dedication of healthcare professionals and caregivers, a sentiment amplified by his personal journey with cancer.
