Kate’s dad turns 75 today: Michael Middleton has seen his daughter courageously battle cancer for months – and he and Carole have been her rock [Video]

04:17 EDT 23 Jun 2024, updated 05:11 EDT 23 Jun 2024

His visit to Royal Ascot with wife Carole last week told the nation that their daughter Kate is doing well as she continues her cancer treatment.

But, as he turns 75 today, Michael Middleton may well be reflecting on just how difficult this year has been for his family and the royals.

The Princess of Wales and her husband Prince William have relied on Michael and Carole’s support since her diagnosis, which was announced after King Charles revealed his own fight with the disease.

The ongoing health challenges faced by his daughter and the King come after joyous news last October, when Michael and Carole’s son James welcomed baby son Inigo with his wife Alizee Thevenet.