Kate McCann is a British physician and the mother of Madeleine McCann, who disappeared in May 2007 while on holiday in Portugal. She gained international attention as she and her husband, Gerry McCann, sought to find their missing daughter, leading to widespread media coverage and public interest. In addition to her advocacy for missing children, Kate has authored books detailing her experiences and the search for Madeleine. The case remains one of the most high-profile missing person investigations in history, prompting discussions about child safety and the challenges faced by families in similar situations.