1992 was deserving of the title.

Then, before the year was out, a fire broke out in Windsor Castle, causing devastating damage.

2024 kicked off with Charles being diagnosed with an enlarged prostate.

King Charles III smiling

Next,Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, announced that she’d been diagnosed with cancer again.

In February, Charles announced that he’d been diagnosed with cancer.

The following month, Princess Catherine shared her own cancer announcement with the public.

King Charles III looking on

Reports indicated that he’d paid his daughter-in-law a visit before undergoing his procedure.

The king traveled from Sandringham to London on Thursday ahead of the procedure.

The press descended on her when she exited the hospital, eager to know how the king was doing.

King Charles III driving with Queen Camilla

“He’s doing well, thank you,” Camilla responded (viaThe Telegraph).

The palace confirmed in a statement that the king underwent surgery.

Charles left the hospital with Camilla by his side.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla

He also appeared to be in good spirits, which helped ease worries about his health.

The palace also said that Charles had already started his first course of treatment.

In anInstagrampost, the palace shared how delighted the king was by all the kind messages he had received.

King Charles III smiling

Charles released an official statement on theroyal websiteto share his gratitude.

Charles wasfilmed shaking handswith Sunak, who remarked that the king looked well.

“It’s all done by mirrors,” Charles joked in response.

King Charles III smiling with get well cards

“We’re all behind you, the country is behind you,” Sunak said.

“It’s actually nice to have that recognized,” Sunak said.

Can I do that?'"

King Charles III and Rishi Sunak

Peter said, explaining that Charles is eager for his life to return back to normal.

Despite Charles' frustrations, Peter said that the king was maintaining a positive mindset.

He also didn’t attend the traditional Easter events after church, forfeiting a reception and private family lunch.

Peter Phillips smiling

Another source added that, despite his cancer diagnosis, Charles was eager to work as much as possible.

He shook a few hands and exchanged some pleasantries with his subjects before heading home.

This probably got him a stern talking-to from his doctors.

Queen Camilla and King Charles III

“And everyone in the royal household is feeling positive and upbeat about how he’s responding.”

“It is such a special place, particularly because it was made by my grandmother.

Whispers about funeral plans and preparations added to the public’s worries.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla waving

“Everyone is staying optimistic, but he is really very unwell.

More than they are letting on.”

“The plans have been dusted off and are actively being kept up to date.

King Charles III standing at window

It’s no more than what you would expect given the king has been diagnosed with cancer.

But the circulation of them has certainly focused minds,” they said.

“Doctors are sufficiently pleased with the progress made so far,” the spokesperson said.

King Charles III at his coronation

They remained vague about how long the king’s remaining treatment would last, however.

This surprising announcement stopped doomsday prophets in their tracks.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla smiling

King Charles III and Queen Camilla walking