Princess Kate's "perfect" look comes from a combination of a disciplined lifestyle (healthy eating, exercise, sleep), a skilled glam squad using long-lasting products, a curated "quiet luxury" wardrobe of high-quality staples, and mastering timeless beauty techniques like soft, natural makeup and polished hair, often using hacks like hairnets for updos, all while maintaining a poised, confident demeanor.
The Princess of Wales, however, is a natural stunner. She is very athletic, so underneath those long dresses or tailored pantsuits are very toned legs, she eats healthy (no snacks or junk food), she has gorgeous natural hair and teeth, is tall and slim, a natural beauty, and has great fashion sense.
In March 2024, Kate, 43, revealed that she had been diagnosed with an unspecified type of cancer and shared that she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy. Kate revealed that she was cancer-free in September 2024 and confirmed in January 2025 that her cancer was in remission.
Kate often indulges in physical activities like running, swimming, and playing tennis, which not only helped her shed the pounds but also kept her energized. It wasn't just about looking slim – it was about staying healthy and feeling her best for her royal duties and her family.
Kate Middleton (Princess of Wales) often has plasters on her fingers due to minor cuts and scrapes from everyday activities, especially from playing with her children on the trampoline or gardening, with Kensington Palace confirming these are small, non-serious injuries. She's been seen with them at various events over the years, leading to speculation about gardening mishaps or kitchen accidents, but it's generally attributed to being an active mum.
Princess Kate had "planned abdominal surgery" in January 2024, described by Kensington Palace as successful and non-cancerous initially, but later revealed to involve cancer requiring preventative chemotherapy, though the specific type of surgery (e.g., hysterectomy, organ removal, or other issue) was kept private, with speculation ranging from gynecological to gastrointestinal issues, all pointing to a major procedure requiring significant recovery time.
Yes, Prince William and Kate Middleton sleep in the same bed, often with their dog Orla, a revelation Prince William shared, highlighting a more modern, relatable approach to royal life compared to past generations who sometimes used separate beds for status or privacy. While they have separate bedrooms for some downtime and might use separate beds when traveling on the royal train due to its layout, their usual arrangement at home is together, with their dog as a regular bedfellow.
While Chrissy's This Is Us character Kate Pearson considered undergoing gastric bypass surgery on the NBC series to lose weight, she told the outlet that she's "never" had that type of surgery.
The royal has historically kept up with a balanced lifestyle, including her diet, according to the Manchester Evening News. Middleton, 43, reportedly enjoys a fruit- and vegetable-heavy diet, the U.K. publication wrote. But for breakfast, she consistently chooses "slow-burn energy oats."
There's no official confirmation of Kate Middleton's weight, but rumors and reports from around her engagement (2011) suggested she was around 120 pounds at 5'10", leading to concerns she was underweight, while more recent reports (2025) speculate she's become even thinner due to cancer treatment, possibly around 90 pounds at 5'9", causing worry about her health and recovery, though these figures remain unverified by official sources.
Some say the dueling duchesses disliked one another from day one. Others say the war began when the combatants clashed over preparations for Meghan's wedding. Whatever the case, a new poll indicates that when it comes to popularity in the UK, Meghan is no contest for Kate.
When they return, it's straight into pre-lunch drinks." One reason mooted for the separation of the sexes is that it gives the female royals more time to prepare hair and make up for the highly photographed church service.
The "baby brain" comment refers to a widely reported incident from Prince Harry's memoir Spare, where Meghan Markle allegedly told Kate Middleton she must have "baby brain because of her hormones" following Kate's birth of Prince Louis in 2018, causing a significant rift because Kate found the comment offensive, leading to a dispute about appropriate ways to speak within the Royal Family, although Meghan viewed it as a lighthearted comment she'd use with friends.
No, Kate Middleton does not have veneers on her teeth; her smile is the result of natural teeth enhanced by orthodontics and whitening rather than being covered by porcelain veneers. Veneers are thin porcelain shells that some people place on the front of teeth to change their appearance dramatically.
That said, it's not Kate's only signature scent: She is also a fan of Jo Malone London's Orange Blossom Cologne, a warm and bright floral scent that also featured at her wedding — albeit in candle form, scenting the air as she walked down the aisle — and which is far easier to come by.
The Princess is well-known for her consistent fitness routine and participates in cardio training, strength work, cycling, rowing and yoga. Oats can be "great exercise fuel", as they release energy throughout the entire workout.
She would rise at 7:30am, ensuring she got a respectable eight and a half hours of sleep each night. Exercise is known to aid a good sleep routine, and like the late monarch, Kate is renowned for her love of outdoor exercise.
Forbidden foods
She is forbidden to eat shellfish, for example, when travelling because they could cause food poisoning. Ditto for tap water, bottled water only, and spicy foods. Carbohydrates are also banned, in deference to the late Queen who was not a fan of pasta, rice or potatoes.
The experience affected her in a surprising way. On This Is Us, Chrissy Metz plays Kate, the middle sister of the Pearson gang.
Binge Eating Disorder
In the opening scene of "This is us" Kate's insecurities about her weight are showcased for all to see as she stare's into a refrigerator full of sticking notes looking helpless and as if she has lost control.
She also sticks to a mostly clean diet, but isn't afraid to indulge. “It's lean protein at every meal, and really limiting sugar and processed foods,” says Bruno. “She does eat treats every once in a while, like everybody does.
Typically, because Prince William is next in line to the throne and the most senior royal of the Waleses, it's expected that his wife and children walk a pace or two ahead of him as a mark of respect.
Yes, King Charles and Queen Camilla famously sleep in separate bedrooms, a practice common among British royals and the upper class, with sources indicating they have separate rooms at Clarence House plus a shared one, allowing them independence and comfort (like avoiding snoring or differing duvet/heating needs), which is cited as a secret to their successful marriage.
The Princess of Wales, who mirrors the late Queen's sleep hygiene habits in many ways, goes to bed nightly between 10 and 11 pm and always eats dinner at 6 pm.