Inside Princess Catherine’s 43rd birthday: How her family plans to ‘spoil her rotten’

After a challenging year marked by health battles and time away from the public eye, Princess Catherine’s 43rd birthday on January 9 is expected to be a celebration filled with love, laughter, and plenty of pampering.

With her devoted family rallying around her, Prince William and their three children are reportedly planning to make her day extra special—ensuring she feels cherished, relaxed, and “spoiled rotten.”

While discussing Catherine’s birthday with OK!, royal expert Jennie Bond said this year’s celebrations are “going to be memorable in so many ways” after a “brutal” year.

“For her husband and children, this will be an excuse to spoil her rotten and, even though it falls on a school day, I’m sure that’s exactly what they’ll do,” Bond told the publication.

“I imagine they will shower her with gifts—perhaps some pampering products like luxurious bath oils and scented candles. Maybe William will buy her some silk pyjamas or cashmere jumpers—things that are soft on skin [after] treatment.

“This birthday is going to be memorable in so many ways—it will mark the start of a new and hopefully happier year and the end of one that has been brutal for the whole family.”

Catherine’s birthday celebrations will no doubt hold extra significance this year, coming after months of health struggles.

After undergoing major abdominal surgery in early 2024, speculation ran rampant about her condition, as the usually visible royal remained out of the public eye for months. Then, in a deeply personal video message, Catherine revealed she had been diagnosed with cancer and was undergoing preventative chemotherapy.

The revelation shocked royal watchers, as the Princess of Wales—known for her resilience and composed public presence—showed a rare moment of vulnerability.

Despite widespread concern from royal fans, Catherine recently shared the joyful news that she had completed her preventative chemotherapy for cancer.

Catherine shared the uplifting news of her health journey in a heartfelt message on social media, accompanied by a touching video of her with her husband and their three children.