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Soap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, Recaps > Royal News > King Charles III: Is the Crown Changing Hands Sooner Than Expected Due to the King’s Bad Shape?

King Charles III: Is the Crown Changing Hands Sooner Than Expected Due to the King’s Bad Shape?

Last updated: March 4, 2025 10:50 am
By Muskan Lodhi Published March 4, 2025 2 comments
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The state of the British monarchy remains highly unpredictable as King Charles III battles cancer that’s getting worse! The 76-year-old monarch has been cancer-stricken since February 2024, forcing Buckingham Palace to rethink its future. While officials hide the specifics of his illness, reports suggest Charles hasn’t gotten better.  What does the future hold for the royal kingdom? Read on!

King Charles III: Charles’ Health Declines, William & Kate’s Role Expands

According to reports, King Charles III’s once-packed schedule has been cut short. Consequently, his royal duties are now falling into the hands of Prince William and Kate Middleton. In September 2022, the reigning King ascended the throne after Queen Elizabeth II’s passing. Sadly, his declining health has left the monarchy with no choice but to prepare for a transition.

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RF/ Charles ascended the throne after Queen Elizabeth II’s passing in September 2022.

The Prince of Wales has stepped up in a big way, taking on eighty of his father’s responsibilities. In 2024 alone, William attended over 150 engagements, including high-profile events such as the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Moreover, he has done a tremendous job in diplomacy and philanthropy, raising millions for mental health initiatives.

On the other hand, Kate has been taking things slow after getting diagnosed with cancer in January 2024. Her usual 120 royal engagements dropped to just 40 last year. Nevertheless, the future Queen remains a cornerstone figure in the royal family’s succession plan.

Civilians Love Their Future King and Queen!

Now, the Wales royals are getting their teeth into royal protocols, foreign policy, and estate management. They want to make sure they are fully prepared for the Crown when the time comes. Back to Charles, his condition first came to light following a procedure for benign prostate enlargement. His public appearances have only dwindled since then.

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RN/ Charles’ public appearances have only dwindled since his cancer diagnosis.

In 2024, he showed up at around 200 events, but that number had plummeted to fewer than 50 by 2025. In addition, speculations about abdication have only ramped up, with the leadership looking bleak. While there’s no official word from the palace, many believe Charles’ stint as King will be the shortest in British history. Even public opinion favours the transition.

Polls show that William and Kate’s approval ratings have jumped to 75% while the King could only score 50%. Their modern approach has likely struck a chord with the UK folks. Their focus on issues like mental health made them popular among younger Britons. Whether the transition happens soon or not, the Wales royals are already stepping up. Don’t miss out on more King Charles III updates at Soap Opera Daily. Do you think Kate and William’s leadership will come sooner than we realize? 

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  • Val mcphee says:
    March 4, 2025 at 2:13 pm

    William and Kate are a great example and William will be a great king

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  • vorbelutr ioperbir says:
    April 7, 2025 at 1:36 am

    I believe you have mentioned some very interesting details , regards for the post.

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