Kate Middleton made a poignant message to children's hospices after unexpectedly missing Royal Ascot earlier in the week.

Kate, who shares three young children with William, has made a gradual return to public engagements this year since announcing in January that she is in remission from cancer. Kate has not shared details of the type of cancer with which she was diagnosed, though she has shared she underwent chemotherapy treatment.

Royal fans were taken aback when Kate Middleton suddenly canceled her appearance at Royal Ascot on June 18, with many wondering about the reasons behind her absence. Former royal butler Grant Harrold