Kate Middleton Shares Emotional Christmas Message: ‘Love Is the Light in Our Darkest Times’

Mar. 15, 2025

Catherine, Princess of Wales attends The “Together At Christmas” Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on Dec. 8, 2023 in London, England.Photo:Chris Jackson/Getty

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Kate Middletonis sharing an emotional Christmas message.

Giving her thanks to people who have gone above and beyond for their families and communities this year, the Princess of Wales advocated for love, kindness and empathy in a heartfelt letter to the guests of herannual carol serviceand other church services held around the U.K.

In the communication, the Princess of Wales, 42, seems to be thinking of those who have helped her and supported her family.

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The holiday period is one of her favorite times of the year, Kate said, a moment “for celebration and joy.”

She added, “It also gives us the opportunity to slow down and reflect on the deeper things that connect us all. It is when we stop and take ourselves away from the pressures of daily life that we find the space to live our lives with an open heart, with love, kindness and forgiveness — so much of what the Christmas spirit is all about.”

Princess Charlotte of Wales, Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince George of Wales attend The “Together At Christmas” Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on Dec. 8, 2023 in London, England.Chris Jackson/Getty

The Christmas story, Kate said, not only encourages us to consider others, but it also “reflects our own vulnerabilities and reminds us of the importance of giving and receiving empathy, as well as just how much we need each other in spite of our differences."

“Above all else, it encourages us to turn to love, not fear. The love that we show ourselves and the love we show others. Love that listens with empathy, love that is kind and understanding, love that is forgiving and love that brings joy and hope,” she continued.

Kate’s words echoed hervideo message she released when her cancer treatmentwas finished. In the moving clip, the Princess of Wales said she was “grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.”

The princess praised inspiring people for how they “have provided comfort, counsel and connection, and above all else they have shown that love unites and strengthens us all.”

Her annual carol service “is a heartfelt celebration of every one of you, and a reminder that at Christmas, and throughout the year, we must all shine for each other," she said. “Because in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other’s light.”

Prince William, Prince of Wales, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Catherine, Princess of Wales during the Royal Carols - Together At Christmas service at Westminster Abbey on Dec. 8, 2023 in London, England.Aaron Chown - WPA Pool/Getty

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