It has been an incredibly difficult year for the British royal family , with the King and the Princess of Wales both diagnosed with cancer within weeks of one another. Tragedy also struck with the unexpected death of Lady Gabriella's husband, Thomas Kingston , while the Princess Royal was also hospitalised this summer. While 2024 hasn't been the year that royal watchers were expecting, the public has seen a more human side of the Windsors as Charles has expressed his gratitude for healthcare workers and solidarity with fellow cancer patients, while Kate showed a rare glimpse into her private life with her family.
There has also been some joyful news this year, with two major weddings, one of which was covered exclusively by HELLO! , along with the impending arrival of a new member of the royal family. Take a look back at the biggest royal moments from 2024..
. 1 / 15 Frederik and Mary become King and Queen of Denmark Following his mother's Queen Margrethe shock abdication after 52 years of reign, Frederik was proclaimed King of Denmark, making his Australia-born wife, Mary, his Queen. The accession took place on 14 January, with the couple's four children proudly joining them on the balcony of Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen.
2 / 15 Charles and Kate hospitalised Just two weeks into the new year, Kensington Palace announced that the Princess of Wales had undergone major abdominal surgery at The London Clinic, and would not be returning to public duties until Easter. Within .
