In a heartfelt gesture to mark their 13th wedding anniversary, the Prince and Princess of Wales have unveiled a striking wedding portrait that had never been seen before.

The couple, who tied the knot at Westminster Abbey in April 2011 after a courtship spanning eight years, shared this special moment despite facing a challenging time.

Amidst the Princess’s undisclosed cancer diagnosis and her ongoing chemotherapy treatment, the pair are navigating through what is perhaps their toughest trial yet.

Kate, in a plea for understanding, has requested time, space, and privacy as she continues her medical journey with unwavering support from her husband, Prince William.

The Kensington Palace account recently disclosed a new image capturing the couple on their wedding day, taken by photographer Millie Pilkington, marking the passage of 13 years since that joyous occasion.

While Hugo Bernand served as the official wedding photographer, Ms. Pilkington was also enlisted to capture more intimate moments for the royal couple.

Not long ago, Kate publicly commended her husband, Prince William, for being her rock during a particularly trying period for their family.

In a touching message addressing her health update, she expressed gratitude for William’s unwavering presence, providing her with comfort and strength through the storm they are weathering together.

Following a period spent bonding with their three children – Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis – over the Easter holidays, the Waleses returned to their duties.

Their son Louis recently turned six, while Charlotte is set to celebrate her ninth birthday on May 2, prompting the release of an unaltered photo of Louis by the couple to avoid any potential controversies.

Prince William is scheduled to engage in various activities this week, including visiting a firm in Seaham that is a finalist for the Earthshot Prize and inaugurating James’s Place in Newcastle, a facility dedicated to providing critical assistance to men in distress.

With over two decades of companionship, William and Kate’s love story began at the University of St Andrews in Scotland, where they initially forged a deep friendship before blossoming into a romantic relationship.

Their fairy-tale wedding at Westminster Abbey was a grand affair, with the historic Gothic Church adorned with trees, setting the stage for a lifetime of love and commitment.

On their wedding day, the radiant bride donned an elegant ivory gown embellished with intricate lace floral designs by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen, while the dashing groom sported the iconic red tunic of the Irish Guards.

Their union has been blessed with the arrival of three beautiful children – George, Charlotte, and Louis – who have brought immense joy and fulfillment to their lives.