Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, has made her much-anticipated first public appearance since December, following her planned abdominal surgery earlier this year.
Recent photographs, obtained by The Post, capture the 42-year-old Princess of Wales seated in the passenger seat of an Audi, driven by her mother, Carole, in the vicinity of Windsor Castle.
In an effort to keep a low profile, Middleton dons sunglasses and offers a subtle smile to the camera.
Speculation surrounding Middleton's whereabouts has proliferated online, prompting Kensington Palace to issue a statement addressing the matter.
In a communication with The Post, Middleton's representative reiterated the palace's outlined recovery timeline and commitment to sharing significant updates only.
The representative further assures the public of Middleton's positive recovery progress.
Rumors surrounding Middleton's condition have escalated in recent weeks, fueled by various conspiracy theories circulating on social media platforms.
Speculations range from changes in her appearance to more serious allegations regarding her absence.
Adding to the speculation, Prince William's sudden cancellation of his attendance at a church service citing "personal reasons" has only intensified the rumors.
However, these claims have been refuted by a spokesperson for the Royal Family.
