The former Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, shared in a video on her official X page that she has cancer, on March 22.
The princess, who has been the subject of speculation since her confirmed abdominal surgery, did not disclose the type of cancer or the prognosis, but she mentioned it was a huge shock.
Before, the palace had said the princess’s condition wasn't cancerous, but she said that changed when cancer was found during tests “after the operation.”
The Royal Family is going through a difficult time as King Charles is also battling cancer. The princess was also involved in a photoshop scandal after major photo agencies refused to distribute a doctored photo of her with her three children, which she later took responsibility for. Here’s what you need to know:
Kate Middleton Revealed, ‘Tests After the Operation Found That Cancer Had Been Present’
In the video, Kate thanked people who have wished her well before revealing she has cancer.
“I wanted to take this time to say thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding while I have been recovering from surgery,” she said in the video.
“It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family,” she added. “But I have a fantastic medical team which have taken great care of me for which I am so grateful.”
“In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London,” she said. “At the time, it was thought that my condition was noncancerous. The surgery was successful; however, tests after the operation found that cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy, and I am in the early stages of that treatment.”
She added: “This of course came as a huge shock.”
According to a statement
that was published on the Kensington Palace website on January 17, “Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales was admitted to hospital yesterday for planned abdominal surgery.” In January, when the princess had abdominal surgery, Kensington Palace’s news release said she would “remain in hospital for 10 to 14 days.”
The Daily Beast described the surgery as a “mystery operation” because the palace never explained the exact nature of it. BBC reported
that the procedure “was significant enough to keep her in hospital for up to two weeks and it is expected that recuperation could take as long as three months.” The Princess of Wales Described Prince William as a ‘Great Source of Comfort & Reassurance’
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The former Kate Middleton.The princess praised her husband, Prince William.
“William and I have been doing everything we can to manage this privately for the sake of our young family. As you can imagine, this has taken time,” Kate said.
“It has taken me time to recover from major surgery, to start my treatment, but most importantly it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte, and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them and to reassure them that I am okay,” she said.
Kate said in the video that she is doing well and getting stronger every day by concentrating on the things that will aid her in getting better in her mind, body and spirit. She also mentioned that having William by her side brings her great comfort and reassurance.
Kate also expressed gratitude for the love, support and kindness shown by many people. She mentioned that it is very meaningful to both of them. She also conveyed the need for some privacy and time as a family while she undergoes treatment.
She added that her work has always brought her a deep sense of joy, and she looks forward to returning when she is able. However, for now she must focus on making a full recovery. She also mentioned that she is thinking about all those whose lives have been affected by cancer and encouraged them not to lose hope. She emphasized that they are not alone.
The former Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, announced in a video on her official X page on March 22 that she has been diagnosed with cancer.
