Several royal experts say Kate Middleton turned to her faith during her battle with cancer.

In September, the Princess of Wales announced that she had finished chemotherapy, but stressed that “her full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.”

“Information has emerged about Kate and how during (her) cancer treatment … (she) reinforced her values ​​with her Christian faith by talking to friends who have strong religious values,” royal expert Ian Pelham said Turner. Fox News Digital.

He noted that those conversations “had a positive impact on her recovery.”

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Royal author Robert Hardman has claimed in his book that Kate Middleton has become “more interested” in her faith during her battle with cancer this year. (Chris Jackson/Getty Images)

“The Princess of Wales’ health scare was an emotional, stormy, troubling and worrying time in her life,” British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard also told Fox News Digital.

“It doesn’t surprise me that she’s more interested in faith,” she said. “The power of faith can never be underestimated in overcoming difficult times and I hope (it) gave him immense comfort.”

Pelham Turner and Chard’s claims came shortly after royal biographer Robert Hardman’s book, Charles III: New King. New Court. The Inside Story,” has been updated.

In an excerpt published by UK DailyMailHardman wrote that the mother of three has become “more interested” in her faith since being diagnosed with cancer and undergoing chemotherapy.

“The Princess of Wales’ health scare was an emotional, stormy, troubling and worrying time in her life. It doesn’t surprise me that she’s more interested in faith. The power of faith can never be underestimated in overcoming difficult times and I hope (it) gave him immense comfort.”

— Helena Chard, British broadcaster and photographer

In September, Kate Middleton announced that she was “cancer free” after completing chemotherapy treatments. (Will Warr)

“I would say things are more hopeful there,” a family friend told Hardman.

British royal family expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital that the 42-year-old’s faith in God played a key role in her upbringing. He stayed with her even after she married Prince William, the heir to the British throne, in 2011.

Prince William, Prince of Wales, is the heir to the British throne. (Chris Jackson/Getty Images)

“Faith is nothing new to Princess Catherine as she was raised in a devout Christian household, her resulting faith contributing to her worldview and values,” Fordwich explained. “She was baptized as a child and confirmed in the Church of England before her wedding to Prince William. Even during her cancer treatment, she was seen in public attending Sunday church services in August at Craithe Kirk in Balmoral, in the Scottish village of Crathie.”

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In March, Kate Middleton announced to the world that she had cancer in a pre-recorded message. (Prince and Princess of Wales Twitter)

“She talked a lot about spirituality in her life,” Fordwich said. “Her religious beliefs are manifested in her dedication to serving others and promoting compassion.”

According to Hardman’s book, Kate’s husband, Prince William, regards religion differently. Those who know the prince describe him as “a modern young man” who “becomes embarrassed by certain aspects of ceremonial and religion,” as quoted in the excerpt.

“It is said, according to those in his inner circle, that Prince William has no interest in religious affairs,” said Pelham Turner.

Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales arrive for a visit to Southport Community Center on October 10, 2024, where they met with rescue workers and families of those caught up in the Southport knife attack earlier this year. (Danny Lawson/Pool/AFP via Getty Images)

“William, unlike his father, is not particularly interested in religion, but one day he will almost certainly succeed him as supreme governor of the Church of England,” royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams told Fox News Digital. “We don’t know the details, (but) this gives those who value the link between the church and the monarchy some hope.”

Faith is what brought Kate closer to her father-in-law, King Charles III, who is also fighting the disease. Buckingham Palace announced his diagnosis in February, a month before Kate announced hers in a video.

From left, Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Catherine, Princess of Wales during the Royal Christmas Carol Service – Together at Westminster Abbey on December 8, 2023 in London. (Aaron Chown – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“King Charles’ faith is deep and strong,” Chard said. “He celebrates all kinds of spirituality and religious diversity. I like to think that the King and Princess of Wales discussed their faith during their stay at the London Clinic. The thought of King Charles walking the corridors of the clinic to see his beloved daughter. – the law makes me smile.”

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Buckingham Palace announced in February that King Charles had been diagnosed with cancer. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

According to Hardman’s book, the 75-year-old’s faith is “deeply rooted” in the Church of England. He is also known for being a global defender of religion. his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, she was also known for her Christian beliefs.

Queen Elizabeth had an “unwavering devotion to the Church of England,” wrote Robert Hardman. (Jane Barlow – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“It is no secret in royal circles that (Prince William) does not share the king’s spiritual sense, let alone the late queen’s unwavering devotion to the Anglican church,” Hardman wrote.

“His father is very spiritual and happy to talk about faith, but the prince is not,” Hardman wrote. A palace source also told Hardman that William, 42, “doesn’t go to church every Sunday, but neither does the vast majority of the country”.

“Although I have finished chemotherapy, my road to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes,” Kate Middleton announced in September. (Danny Lawson – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“They might go for Christmas and Easter, but that’s it,” the source claimed, adding that William “has a lot of respect for institutions, but he’s not instinctively comfortable in a faith environment.”

As Kate continues to lean on her faith, she is said to be thinking about her future and what her role as a royal will look like in the coming months as she focuses on her recovery.

On Wednesday, William spoke to British broadcasters ahead of the Earthshot Awards in South Africa. There she gave an update on Kate’s condition.

“He’s doing very well, thank you,” William was quoted as saying People magazine. “And I hope she’s watching tonight. So it encourages me.”

Roya Nikkhah, Royal Editor for The Sunday Times and podcaster for “The Royals with Roya and Kate”, told Fox News Digital that the princess hopes to make an appearance on Memorial Day.

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Catherine, Princess of Wales attends the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph on November 12, 2023 in London, England. The ceremony remembers those who died in battle. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

On the second Sunday of November, the King honors those who died in world wars and other conflicts. Conformable royal family websitesenior members join the Cenotaph for a ceremony.

“Given that she’s now finished her chemotherapy, it’s a key thing in her diary,” Nikkhah told Fox News Digital. “I wrote last month … that he really wants and plans to be at the Cenotaph, which is our national war memorial on Remembrance Sunday here. This year it’s Sunday, November 10.”

King Charles III stands in front of the Cenotaph on Remembrance Sunday, November 12, 2023, in London. (Richard Pohle – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“We expect her to join the King and other members of the family at the Cenotaph for the National Act of Remembrance when the King lays a wreath,” she revealed. “Traditionally, Catherine, the Queen and other members of the royal family watch from the balcony above.”

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“The message from Kensington Palace was that he would be there for this,” Nikkhah said. “It’s a slow and steady turnaround.”

“There is no doubt, as she has appeared at major royal occasions such as Trooping the Colour… and also at meetings, that she will attend Remembrance Sunday,” Fitzwilliams said. “We will see her at events she feels able to attend. These are likely to increase in number. She is expected to appear at the special Christmas carol service she hosts annually at Westminster Abbey from 2021.”

Still, Chard said don’t call it a royal comeback.

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Catherine, Princess of Wales (wearing pearl and diamond earrings that formerly belonged to Queen Elizabeth II) attends a service to commemorate the life of her late majesty at St Davids Cathedral on September 8, 2023 in St Davids, Wales. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

“Princess of Wales she realizes that people expect her to take center stage and she will, when possible,” Chard explained. “She’s (also) aware that she’s not completely out of the woods, health-wise, and she’s taking every day as it comes… And family means everything to her. She feels blessed to be able to… support and be a rock for her husband and children.”

Kate Middleton returned to royal duties as she attended Day 14 of Wimbledon 2024. (Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Images)

“The Princess of Wales has always joined the Royal Family for the National Service of Remembrance,” Chard continued. “Honoring relatives and those who have died in war and supporting her family and the king, who runs the removal service, is of the utmost importance.

“I imagine that honoring those who died in war will mean even more to the Princess of Wales as her terrifying journey through cancer has given her a new lease on life.”

The Associated Press contributed to this report.