Princess Kate gracefully skipped the star-studded royal event last week due to health reasons but didn't let that dampen her commitment to a cause dear to her heart. The 42 year old Princess of Wales was noticeably absent from the Diplomatic Corps Reception, which King Charles hosted on Tuesday night. Despite her consistent presence in the past, she remains sidelined from full royal duties while she recuperates from cancer.

The lavish affair welcomed ambassadors and high commissioners at Buckingham Palace's State Rooms, with Prince William and Queen Camilla among the attendees who mingled with over 900 guests clad in their most luxurious attire. Kate Middleton was 'nervous and shaking' during tense interview with Prince William Prince William gives rare update on Kate Middleton and children during final day in Cape Town Nonetheless, the resilient princess managed to host a low-profile gathering that morning for an initiative she champions, emphasizing her devotion to early childhood development. An update in the Court Circular, detailing royals' engagements, disclosed Kate's meeting with her Early Years team at Windsor Castle on November 19.

Marking her unwavering support for children's formative years, the entry stated: "The Princess of Wales, Joint Patron, the Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales, this morning held an Early Years Meeting at Windsor Castle," reports the Mirror . This move is in line with her and William's creation of the Royal Foundation Cent.