The royal family's annual Christmas address is one to remember. And for years, the image of Queen Elizabeth II in front of a fireplace and lit Christmas tree was an icon. For his 2025 Christmas address, though, King Charles is switching it up.

His annual Christmas message was more outward-looking than last year’s, when he focused on the medical workers who had helped him and his daughter-in-law after their cancer diagnoses.

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King Charles III has shared a public update on his cancer treatment, urging people to get tested. In a video statement, he acknowledged that a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming but emphasized that early detection brings hope.

His Majesty has delivered a poignant Christmas Broadcast, filled with themes of kindness, compassion and hope. It was the second time during this reign that the monarch chose to record his message outside of a Royal residence,

King Charles is "not thrilled" that people think Prince William is running things at the palace. King Charles is reportedly unhappy that everyone thinks his eldest son, Prince William, is secretly pulling the strings at the palace—especially amid news that he was instrumental in stripping Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of his titles.

King Charles III says that early diagnosis and treatment will allow doctors to reduce his cancer treatment in the new year.

The King reflected on the Christmas story, describing Jesus, Mary and Joseph as a "homeless" family, and saying their message was about "peace and reconciliation" and represented a "prayer for our times". It was a Christmas message that did not dwell on any of the King's personal challenges.