After a challenging year, Prince William has shared a moving tribute to his wife, Kate Middleton, on her 43rd birthday describing her as “the most incredible wife and mother,” alongside a new portrait.

Prince William pays tribute to ‘incredible wife’ Kate Middleton as princess turns 43 - Princess celebrating birthday at home after a challenging past 12 months

Happy birthday Princess Kate! And happy new-royal-portrait-day to the rest of us. In honor of Kate Middleton's 43rd birthday on January 9, Prince William shared a new, black-and-white portrait of the Princess of Wales on the couple's official Instagram, with a sweet message in the caption.

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.

Prince William said Princess Kate was "the most incredible wife and mother" and including a message from their children.

Kate Middleton is celebrating her 43rd birthday on Jan. 9 and it feels like a big one. While it isn’t a milestone year, it is a milestone day for her after her battle with cancer in 2024. Prince William decided to honor his wife on Instagram with a surprisingly mushy post — and we love