Kate Middleton made a significant announcement about her health in an emotional video released on Friday, garnering support from people worldwide. Reports suggest that Kate and Prince William have discussed the situation with their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, but the future remains uncertain.
Speculation about Kate’s health has been ongoing since her abdominal surgery in January, especially after controversy surrounding a manipulated Mother’s Day photo. Now that Kate has revealed her cancer diagnosis, it’s hoped that speculation will subside.
Kate’s heartfelt speech in the video left many people moved, with some royal experts noting her apparent resilience in the face of her diagnosis. However, others interpret certain aspects of her speech as indicating concern about the future.
Concerns about Kate’s health have been mounting since her surgery, with Kensington Palace providing limited updates. Some experts and fans believed it was time for more transparency.
The situation intensified after the manipulated Mother’s Day photo surfaced, leading to conspiracy theories. However, Kate addressed the speculation head-on in her video announcement.
In the video, Kate expressed gratitude for the support she received during her recovery from surgery. She revealed that while her surgery was initially thought to be non-cancerous and successful, subsequent tests revealed the presence of cancer.
Kate Middleton revealed, “My medical team advised me to undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy, and I am currently in the early stages of that treatment. This came as a huge shock, and William and I have been handling this privately for the sake of our young family.”
“I am well and getting stronger every day. As you can imagine, this has taken time. It took me time to recover from major surgery to start my treatment. But, most importantly, it took us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte, and Louis in a way that is suitable for them and to reassure them that I am going to be okay. I’ve told them I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on things that will help me heal mentally, physically, and spiritually.”
The Princess of Wales praised her husband, Prince William, stating that having him by her side is a “great source of comfort and reassurance.” She also asked for privacy as she completed her treatment. “We hope you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space, and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy, and I look forward to returning when I am able. But for now, I must focus on making a full recovery.”
Kate Middleton concluded the emotional video by expressing her thoughts for everyone affected by cancer. “For everyone battling this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.”
According to the Express, Kate felt it was her responsibility to share her diagnosis, especially as King Charles opened up about his own just a few months ago.
“The Princess wrote the statement herself, and they are solely her words,” a source claimed.
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At the same time, a Kensington Palace spokesperson said Saturday that Kate and her husband were “overwhelmed” by the public’s support.
“The Prince and Princess are both enormously touched by the kind messages from people here in the UK, across the Commonwealth, and around the world in response to Her Royal Highness’ message. They are exceptionally moved by the public’s warmth and support and are grateful for the understanding of their request for privacy at this time.”
Kate Middleton and Prince William have remained very quiet. Meanwhile, it is unclear when George, Charlotte, and Louis were informed about their mother’s cancer diagnosis.
However, according to the Sunday Times, the cancer announcement video was released just a few hours after their children’s school had closed so that they wouldn’t immediately face questions about it from their friends.
“George is ten now and cannot be shielded from any of this now,” a palace source told the Times. “Once it’s at the school gate and in the school playground, he will not be able to avoid it.”
Now, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis will not return to school until the summer term, starting on April 17. For the next three weeks, the royal children will spend time with their parents at Anmer Hall on the Sandringham Estate.
Princess Kate and Prince William have faced a particularly challenging period in the past few months, and the fact that she is now undergoing cancer treatment isn’t making things easier.
“William is extremely proud of his wife.”
A source close to Prince William told the Times that the future king has gone into “protection mode,” seeking to shield his children as their mother’s health will be discussed in the media and among the public. William understands this well as he lost his mother, Princess Diana when he was only a teenager.
“All he wants to do is protect his wife and children. The family just want to go away for Easter, spend time together, the five of them, shut off from the world, and move on.”
Kate Middleton and her husband will not proceed with the tradition of attending this year’s Easter Sunday Service. Meanwhile, Prince William will return to public royal duties when his children return to school.
While it has been a very challenging time for the family, a royal source told The Telegraph that William is extremely proud of his wife, not only for how she has opened up about the cancer diagnosis but also for how she has handled the news.
“William is exceptionally proud of his wife for the bravery and strength she has shown not just this week, but since her surgery in January,” the source said.
“He has always done all he can to shield his family, and now more than ever, he’s focused on ensuring his wife has the privacy she needs to fully recover and that his children are shielded from the understandable interest in the news that has been shared.”
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As for what the coming months will look like for Kate, we don’t know. Several experts have shared their thoughts on the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis announcement, and there are many opinions about how she is truly doing and what will happen next.
One of those who has expressed his views is Paddy Harverson, a former royal adviser who served as the communications secretary to Prince William between 2004 and 2013.
Speaking on BBC’s Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg, Harverson remarked that Kate Middleton is coping with the cancer diagnosis news “better than people will realize,” and that she and William are “very strong” individuals.
“I think better than people realize. They are very strong, both as a couple and individually,” Paddy Harverson said.
“She always had this amazing strength, and she didn’t want to make a fuss about it when she felt that she needed help. So I’m confident that they as a couple and individually they will get through this.”
Victoria Newton, editor at The Sun newspaper, also appeared on the show. She claimed that Kate Middleton made the decision to announce the cancer diagnosis “two weeks ago,” as the speculations on her health had become too numerous and too severe.
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However, Paddy Harverson said that the speculations, which he described as “the worst I have ever seen it,” as well as the manipulated Mother’s Day photo, didn’t impact the announcement’s timing.
“If we hadn’t had all the madness on social media, the Mother’s Day photo madness, they would have still done it like this,” Harverson said on BBC’s Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg. “They would have still waited until when the schools were breaking up to make this announcement.”
He added, “It feeds off itself; it’s kind of a permanent doom loop. It’s the worst I’ve ever seen – and I have been in the media all my career.”
Kate Middleton—and the rest of the royal family—have their behavior analyzed day in and day out. After the cancer diagnosis announcement was made public Friday, the same analysis was made, not only of her behavior but also of her speech.
Speaking on GB News, royal expert Kinsey Schofield stated that Kate had a “sense of fear” in her voice when making the announcement, adding she felt that was the “most upsetting part.”
“I think what struck me the most was there was a sense of fear,” Schofield remarked. “No matter what, she is stoic, she is brave, she’s courageous, and she’s beautiful. But I sensed a little bit of anxiety in her voice throughout the process.”
“They did that to ensure people are still confident in the Royal Family”
The royal expert added, “That’s what made me feel the most emotional about it. I feel like the Palace’s objective was, ‘How do we present this really big, really terrifying news?’ They did that to ensure people are still confident in the Royal Family and give them the privacy that they need.”