The Duchess of Cambridge, known as Kate Middleton, is the wife of Prince William, the second in line to the British throne. Born on January 9, 1982, in Reading, England, she studied at the University of St Andrews, where she met William. The couple married on April 29, 2011, at Westminster Abbey, and they have three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. As a member of the British royal family, the Duchess is involved in various charitable activities and initiatives, focusing on mental health, early childhood development, and the arts. She often represents the royal family at official events and engages with the public through her work and appearances.