<p id=”par-1_48″><a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/prince-william/”>Prince William</a>’s a different father now than he was at the start of 2024. <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/kate-middleton/”>Kate Middleton</a>’s <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/kate-middleton-cancer-battle-time-uncertainty-princess-of-wales.html/”>cancer diagnosis</a> has reportedly brought on a “change” in the Prince of Wales and how he is with the <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/kate-middletons-unprecedented-decision-avoid-george-charlotte-louis-experiencing-damage-prince-william.html/”>three Wales children</a>, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6. </p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-kate-s-touched-by-what-william-s-done-for-her-and-their-children”>Kate’s ‘touched’ by what William’s done for her and their children</h2>
<p id=”par-2_36″>When the Princess of Wales, 42, was diagnosed with cancer—it’s believed Kate learned of her diagnosis in February—before announcing it a month later—William cut back on royal duties to be there for his wife and children. </p>
<p id=”par-3_27″>He had <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/kate-middletons-mom-carole-reportedly-driving-force-holding-wales-family-together-right-now.html/”>help from the Middleton family</a>, namely Kate’s mom, Carole Middleton, but through it all William has found a sense of “fun” in taking on more. </p>
<p id=”par-4_23″>“He’s shouldered a lot of the responsibilities. And, what’s more, he seems to be having fun doing it,” a source said (via <a href=”https://okmagazine.com/p/kate-middleton-touched-husband-prince-william-doing-her-cancer-battle/” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>OK</a>). </p>
<p id=”par-5_27″>It’s something that hasn’t gone unnoticed. “Kate has seen the change. And she’s genuinely touched by all that he’s doing—not just for her, but for the children.” </p>
<p id=”par-6_33″>Kate’s <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/kate-middleton-cancer-battle-time-uncertainty-princess-of-wales.html/”>treatment is ongoing</a> as she has a “few” more months of preventative chemotherapy. Meanwhile, her father-in-law, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/king-charles/”>King Charles III</a>, is slowly returning to public duties after being diagnosed with cancer in February. </p>
<p id=”par-7_25″>“They remember their vows they said at their wedding,” a source said of William and Kate, who celebrated 13 years of marriage in April 2024. </p>
<p id=”par-8_34″>“It forced her and William to take a good look at their priorities and be more grateful for what they have. Their vows have never been more profound as they navigate this difficult time.” </p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-william-has-become-more-confident-and-stronger-in-his-father-role”>William has become more ‘confident and stronger’ in his father ‘role’</h2>
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<p id=”par-9_37″>“Already hands-on” as a father before Kate’s cancer diagnosis, everything that’s happened so far this year—Kate’s diagnosis and that of her father-in-law—has seen William “become more confident and stronger in his role as dad,” the insider said. </p>
<p id=”par-10_29″>“It’s reassuring for Kate to know the kids will always have a loving, compassionate, and caring relationship with their father if, God forbid, something happens to her,” they added. </p>
<p id=”par-11_28″>William has not only had solo outings with his kids, but George, Charlotte, and Louis showed their love for their dad in a sweet <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/wales-kids-hit-big-instagram-milestone-prince-williams-fathers-day-photo.html/”>2024 Father’s Day post</a>. </p>
<p id=”par-12_27″>Alongside a photo—taken by Kate—of the four royals with their backs to the camera, the Wales kids included a message to their dad. (Their first-ever on Instagram.)</p>
<p id=”par-13_30″>“We love you, Papa. Happy Father’s Day,” they wrote in the caption with a pink double hearts emoji. The kids signed off with “G, C, & L” for their initials. </p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-george-charlotte-and-louis-can-sense-he-s-having-fun”>George, Charlotte, and Louis ‘can sense he’s having fun’</h2>
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<p id=”par-14_28″>When William’s with George, Charlotte, and Louis, “the kids can sense he’s having fun,” the source explained. In turn, the kids are “happy and secure as a result.” </p>
<p id=”par-15_51″>Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour on June 21, 2024, the day William turned 42, is just one example. Joined by George and Charlotte, William went viral for his <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/prince-williams-viral-dance-moves-taylor-swifts-london-concert-alpha-edge-according-body-language-expert.html/”>dance moves to “Shake It Off.”</a> The royal trio was also all smiles backstage, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-selfie-helping-prince-william-kate-middleton.html/”>posing for selfies with Swift</a> and her boyfriend, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/travis-kelce/”>Travis Kelce</a>. </p>
<p id=”par-16_33″>William’s behavior as a father also drew comparisons to his late mother, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/princess-diana/”>Princess Diana</a>. “She was so much fun to be around,” they said. “She encouraged her kids to play and express themselves.” </p>
<p id=”par-17_22″>“William feels a responsibility to show that he’s evolving and modernizing with the times. It’s not a burden to him—it’s a privilege.”</p>