One thing I look forward to every December is the unveiling of royal family Christmas cards. Will they feature never-before-seen photos? Rare throwbacks? Or perhaps an elegant shot of the royals in full regal attire—like King Charles and Queen Camilla's festive holiday card from 2023.

Earlier this year, the king revealed he was diagnosed with cancer after he underwent a “routine hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement.”

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have released their annual Christmas card amid a tumultuous year marked by health issues.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." King Charles and Queen Camilla have shared their annual Christmas card. The portrait included with the greeting was taken in the gardens of Buckingham Palace by Millie Pilkington back on April 10,

The King's Christmas card has been criticised for not being 'Christmassy' enough. The King and Queen chose a photograph taken in the Buckingham Palace garden in April for their third Christmas card since Charles became King.

With the holiday season in full swing, the difficulties of the prior year can often feel amplified as we try our best to focus on the joy of the season. For King Charles and Queen Camilla however, the Royal couple put on happy faces for their 2024 Christmas card in spite of their tough year.