The British Royal Family is often at the center of attention, sometimes even overshadowing the glitz of Hollywood with its unfolding stories. This time, however, it’s not about a scandal but the admirable charity work of Kate Middleton that’s capturing headlines. Kate, the Princess of Wales, is in the running for the Person of the Year 2024 award, a prestigious title that brings with it global recognition. This honor seems to be one that Meghan Markle had hoped for in the past. Let’s delve into the details.
Kate Middleton Tops TIME’s Considerations
Kate Middleton is on the exclusive shortlist for a highly coveted award that previously eluded Meghan Markle. Reports indicate that Kate is one of the nominees for TIME Magazine’s 2024 Person of the Year, an accolade shared by nine other individuals. TIME has highlighted Kate for making impactful headlines worldwide and for sparking discussions on the privacy and health issues faced by public figures.
Many royal watchers are familiar with the health struggles that the mother of three has endured this year. Early in the year, she underwent abdominal surgery, which led Kensington Palace to announce a break from her royal responsibilities until Easter. Speculations were widespread until Kate addressed the public via a video message in March, disclosing her diagnosis with a form of cancer, the specifics of which remain undisclosed.
An Admirable Comeback Post-Health Challenges
After months of battling her illness, Kate informed the public in September that she had completed her chemotherapy treatment and was prepared to slowly return to her duties.
Kate’s nomination is reminiscent of Meghan’s when she was considered for the same award in 2018 after her marriage to Prince Harry. Nevertheless, Meghan did not win at the time.
This year’s slate of candidates features notable figures like Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Mark Zuckerberg, amongst others. Did you know that TIME Magazine has been selecting a Person of the Year since 1927? We certainly hope that 2024 will be Kate Middleton’s year!
