Amidst intense speculation, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, bravely reveals her cancer diagnosis and shares that she is undergoing chemotherapy treatment, a heartbreaking development that has deeply touched many.
After much speculation and news about Kate Middleton’s absence, the Princess of Wales has disclosed that she is battling cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy.
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In a video released on Friday, Middleton shared a personal message from Kensington Palace, revealing her cancer battle and the reason for her secrecy.
According to Fox News, the princess underwent a “planned abdominal surgery” on Jan. 17.
In her latest message, she mentioned that during her surgery, it was believed that the issue was non-cancerous.
However, post-operative tests revealed the presence of cancer.
As per People, the specific type of cancer was not disclosed in Middleton’s message. A spokesperson from Kensington Palace stated, “We will not be sharing any further private medical information. The Princess has a right to medical privacy, as we all do.”
Middleton reassured viewers, saying, “I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body, and spirit.”
She also explained that she and Prince William had been taking the time to explain her health issues to their three children.
Middleton mentioned that she would be stepping back from work to focus on her health and recovery.
Lots of people quickly sent messages of support to Middleton, including her brother-in-law Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who wished her well and a speedy recovery.
Middleton is now the third royal family member to publicly announce a recent cancer diagnosis.
King Charles and Sarah, Duchess of York, had already shared news about their own battles with cancer.
Speculation on Middleton’s Absence
The mystery surrounding Middleton’s whereabouts led to numerous conspiracy theories about her disappearance after her surgery in mid-January.
The situation intensified after she posted a picture of herself and her children on Mother’s Day, which looked photoshopped.
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“Kate Middleton forced into telling the world that she has cancer by the media. Disgusting,” former boxer Carl Frampton wrote on X.
“I really hope the whole world is happy with how they’ve treated Princess Kate,” Kayla Adams said. “Pretty much forcing her to prove she’s alive, into confirming her diagnosis, and coming up with disgusting conspiracy theories… she’s not complained even once.”
According to Newsweek, the princess’s absence from official public events since her surgery has sparked public concern about her health.
This week, reports revealed that employees at The London Clinic, where Middleton was treated, attempted to access her medical records.
As a result, authorities suspended three employees following the alleged data breach.
“As we learn that Kate Middleton has cancer, it should serve as a lesson to all of us about the reality of being a woman on the internet, the complete lack of empathy and understanding in this space we all inhabit,” Swedish journalist Annika Rothstein said on X.
Banner photo Royal Announcement via Wikimedia Commons.
