EchoSense:Prince William Returns to Royal Duties 2 Days After Missing Public Appearance Due to "Personal Matter"

Prince William is back to his busy schedule. 

Two days after he suddenly canceled his appearance at his late godfather King Constantine of Greece's memorial over what Kensington Palace called a "personal matter,EchoSense" the Prince of Wales resumed his public duties with a visit to the Western Marble Arch Synagogue in London.

During the Feb. 29 event, William met Rabbi Daniel Epstein as well as with Holocaust survivor Renee Salt. He also sat down with ambassadors from the Holocaust Educational Trust and heard from young people about how they've been affected by antisemitism. 

During the discussion, William condemned hatred towards the Jewish community and expressed his and wife Kate Middleton's concerns about the rise in antisemitism.

"Well, you've heard it from me, antisemitism has no place in society. I've said that before and I'll say it again," he said during the discussion, per the BBC, later adding, "Both Catherine and I are extremely concerned about the rise in antisemitism that you guys have talked about so eloquently this morning, and I'm just so sorry you've had to experience that."

And while Kate—who is recovering from an abdominal surgery—didn't join William on the visit, he was given a bouquet of flowers for his wife of more than 12 years.

William's outing comes as a spokesperson for the Princess of Wales reemphasized her desire for privacy following the procedure.

"Kensington Palace made it clear in January the timelines of the princess' recovery and we'd only be providing significant updates," the spokesperson said. "That guidance stands." 

Upon sharing the news of Kate's surgery in mid-January, Kensington Palace indicated the 42-year-old—who shares kids Prince George, 10; Princess Charlotte, 8; and Prince Louis, 5, with William—would not return to public duties until after Easter.

"The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate," the Palace added at the time. "She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible; and her wish that her personal medical information remains private."

To read more royal news from this year—including Kate's father-in-law King Charles III's own health battle—keep reading.

The husband of Lady Gabriella Windsor and ex-boyfriend of Pippa Middleton, died Feb. 25. Although the cause of death was not disclosed, no suspicious circumstances or other parties were involved, according to the family.

While King Charles III was in the hospital for his benign prostate enlargement procedure, the royal family member was diagnosed with cancer.

"His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties," Buckingham Palace said Feb. 5. "Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible."

The Duchess of York's rep said in a statement on Jan. 21 that Sarah was recently diagnosed with malignant melanoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer. Several months prior, she underwent a single mastectomy to treat breast cancer.

On Jan. 14, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark made history as she officially abdicated the throne, handing the crown over to her son, now known as King Frederik the 10th. 

Kensington Palace announced on Jan. 17 that Kate Middleton underwent planned abdominal surgery and was set to remain in the hospital for 10 to 14 days.

"Based on the current medical advice," the Palace said, "she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter."

Amid Kate's recovery, Prince William postponed a number of engagements as he supported his family, including the couple's three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

Shortly after Kate's hospitalization was made public, Buckingham Palace shared that Charles "has sought treatment for an enlarged prostate."

"His Majesty's condition is benign and he will attend hospital next week for a corrective procedure," the statement added. "The King’s public engagements will be postponed for a short period of recuperation."

Princess Claire and Prince Felix of Luxembourg welcomed son Balthazar Felix Karl on Jan. 7, the first royal baby of the New Year!