Prince William faced a tumultuous 2024 as his wife, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, underwent major surgery and publicly revealed her cancer diagnosis. Amidst balancing family needs and royal duties, William prioritized his children’s well-being while also taking on a more prominent role in global affairs. His experiences during this year of struggle resonated with the challenges faced by his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, during her own ‘annus horribilis’ in 1992. As William navigated personal turmoil, he solidified his identity as a dedicated family man and formal royal figure.