Kate Middleton praised following touching interaction with cancer patient

Kate Middleton has officially returned to work

This week, Kate and her husband Prince William met with budding photographer Liz Hatton.

Liz has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer but was invited to meet Kate and William after her mum made a public appeal.

The 16-year-old's mum tweeted, "Liz is 16 and lives to take photographs. She has a rare and aggressive cancer which doctors have told her means she has between 6 months and 3 years to live.

"We hope every day for a lifetime for her but if we can’t achieve that we hope to create her a lifetime of memories. If we can make even one of her photography bucket list happen for her she will be beyond delighted."

The Prince and Princess of Wales invited her to join them for a private meeting at the palace.

Kate and William praised Liz for being so strong and even described her as an inspiring young woman.

They tweeted, "A pleasure to meet with Liz at Windsor today. A talented young photographer whose creativity and strength has inspired us both.

"Thank you for sharing your photos and story with us," and then used a heart emoji before signing off 'W&C'."

Liz's mum praised the royals for helping her daughter create such a special memory.

"We cannot thank you both or your incredible team enough for the amazing opportunity you gave Liz or the wonderful day that we have experienced as a family. It’s a day none of us will ever forget and we are so very grateful to you all."

Fans praised Kate for the touching interaction with many saying it was such a touching gesture.

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