Monarch Charles Makes Public Appearance in France Amidst Eye Concerns of a Reddish Hue
In an unusual blend of royal duties and health challenges, King Charles III recently undertook a State Visit with France's President Macron, despite his ongoing treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer. The monarch, who was diagnosed in early 2024, has shown remarkable resilience in managing his condition while fulfilling his public engagements.
Victoria Murphy, a contributing editor at Town & Country and a frequent contributor to Good Morning America, has been reporting on the British Royal Family since 2010. Murphy, who has interviewed Prince Harry and travelled the world covering several royal tours, has been closely following King Charles' journey.
The King's health took a temporary setback last March when he was hospitalised at The London Clinic due to side effects from his treatment. Buckingham Palace released a statement confirming that he required a short period of observation, after which he returned to Clarence House and resumed his activities with some diary adjustments as a precaution.
In July, King Charles appeared at Windsor Castle with a prominently red eye, causing public concern. Buckingham Palace quickly clarified that this was due to a harmless burst blood vessel (subconjunctival hemorrhage), unrelated to his cancer treatment.
The State Visit with President Macron began with a carriage procession through Windsor, with King Charles and the French President sitting in a 1902 State Landau. Queen Camilla and Brigitte Macron followed in a Semi-State Landau, while Prince William and Kate were behind in an Ascot Landau. The procession ended at the Windsor Castle quadrangle with a formal military welcome.
King Charles' aides have been cautious about providing updates on his treatment unless it is relevant to his public appearances. However, last week, the Keeper of the Privy Purse, James Chalmers, stated that King Charles has demonstrated "remarkable resilience" in undertaking public and State duties while receiving treatment.
Despite the challenges, the King continues to carry out his duties with care and determination. He participated in the Trooping the Colour ceremony in June, appearing well enough to engage in the event. A royal aide noted that he is managing the illness by following medical advice closely and trying to live as normal a life as possible.
Sources close to the royal family suggest that the King may live *with* cancer rather than *die* of it, thanks to a rigorous treatment regimen. While the condition is considered "incurable" in the sense that it is controlled but not eradicated, the palace continues to provide measured transparency, emphasising management and observation rather than cure.
As King Charles continues his journey, he does so with the support of his family, his people, and his nation, inspiring resilience and hope in the face of adversity.
[1] BBC News, "King Charles III's health: What we know about his cancer treatment," 2025. [2] The Guardian, "King Charles III's cancer: what we know about the monarch's health," 2025. [3] Sky News, "King Charles III's red eye: Buckingham Palace explains cause," 2025. [4] The Telegraph, "King Charles III's health: how the monarch is managing his cancer," 2025.
- While managing an undisclosed form of cancer, King Charles III has shown remarkable resilience, traveling to France for a State Visit with President Macron and participating in public engagements like the Trooping the Colour ceremony.
- In the realm of health and wellness, sources close to the royal family suggest that King Charles may live with cancer rather than die of it, thanks to a rigorous treatment regimen.
- In the world of art and style, the King's public appearances have been closely followed by Victoria Murphy, a contributing editor at Town & Country and regular Good Morning America contributor, who has been reporting on the British Royal Family since 2010.
- As part of the State Visit with President Macron, King Charles and the French President watched a grand carriage procession through Windsor, showcasing the rich cultural traditions of both societies.
- The scientific community continues to make strides in understanding and treating medical-conditions, as evidenced by the progress being made in King Charles' case, a key news topic in the health and medical field.
