King Charles took part in leading the royal family’s Easter church service on Sunday, which marked his first major public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer.

King Charles’ recent appearance sparked varied reactions among social media users. A netizen commented, “He looks weak,” while another stated, “He looks so thin.” One observer ominously noted, “It’s only a matter of time for him.”

However, not all comments were somber. “He looks good. A little thin but good,” one remarked, capturing a sense of hope. Another chimed in, “He looks better.” Other social media users also celebrated seeing Charles waving to supporters, smiling, and emanating positivity.

Queen Camilla and King Charles III, accompanied by The Right Reverend Dr. Christopher Cocksworth, Dean of Windsor, attend the traditional Easter Sunday Mattins Service at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle on March 31, 2024, in Windsor, England. | Source: Getty Images

Many expressed joy at seeing the King in public again, underscoring a widespread admiration for his courage. Queen Camilla, too, earned praise for her steadfast support during King Charles’ challenging times.

The community’s empathy extended beyond the King and Queen. Following the recent revelation of Princess Kate‘s cancer diagnosis, netizens also shared their heartfelt wishes for her speedy recovery.King Charles’s presence at the Easter Sunday service came after he was notably absent from the Maundy Thursday services, a significant event in the royal calendar. Despite not attending in person, he conveyed his thoughts and well-wishes through a prerecorded message that was played during the service.

In this message, King Charles lauded the recipients of this year’s honors for their extraordinary acts of kindness and lifelong dedication to serving their communities. He described these individuals as surpassing the ordinary expectations of duty.

The King also reminisced about his coronation.“This act of worship, here in Worcester Cathedral, reminds me of the pledge I made at the beginning of the Coronation Service—to follow Christ’s example ‘not to be served but to serve,” he shared, affirming his commitment to this ideal wholeheartedly.King Charles has been making intermittent public appearances, which seem to be influenced by his ongoing cancer treatment. As reported on March 28, the King, dressed in his customary blue suit and tie, was seen departing Clarence House in his limousine, heading to an undisclosed location. As images of him circulated online, his notably red hand sparked a flurry of speculation and concern.

The appearance of his hand led to an immediate reaction on social media, with various individuals offering their interpretations of the cause.

“That right hand- Sure hope it’s just the glare from the car window,” one person , expressing hope for a benign explanation.

Yet, another , “Unfortunately, no, it is not the glare. Those are chemo reactions to the skin,” suggesting a more serious underlying health issue while a third  directly, “Radiation burns?”