In less than a fortnight, the king is set to mark his official birthday with grand celebrations, yet the question lingers – will the Princess of Wales grace the occasion?

Both the monarch and the Princess have resumed their royal responsibilities post-cancer treatment, but the Princess has opted to stay out of the limelight for an extended period.

Since revealing her cancer diagnosis on March 22, the Princess of Wales has been discreet regarding her health status and treatment progress.

Reports from the British Press Association indicate that she will not be present at the public rehearsal for the upcoming Trooping the Colour ceremony on June 15, alongside her husband, the Prince of Wales.

Speculation arises as sources suggest the possibility of a surprise appearance by the Princess on the balcony during the prestigious event, contingent upon her well-being.

The setting for this potential appearance would be the renowned Trooping the Colour ceremony, a traditional event dating back 460 years, where the Royal Guards parade around the monarch bearing their ceremonial flag.

In a candid moment captured on December 5, 2023, at the 1844 room in Buckingham Palace, Queen Camilla, the King, Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, posed for a photograph ahead of a diplomatic reception, immortalized by photographer Chris Jay.

This snapshot offers a glimpse into the royal family’s dynamics amidst ongoing speculations regarding the Princess’s public appearances.

Contrary to the previous year when the King rode on horseback to the Trooping ceremony, this year’s event is expected to see the King and Queen Camilla arrive in a carriage, taking their place on a dais to observe the procession.