Key Takeaways:
* Princess Kate Middleton announces her cancer diagnosis through a video.
* She requests for privacy as she undergoes treatment.
* Speculation grew around her health after her public appearances ceased since Christmas.
* Kensington Palace explained Kate’s condition post a successful abdominal surgery in January.
* Princess Kate is aiming to recover through focussed healing.
Following weeks of speculation about her health, Princess Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, disclosed that she has been diagnosed with cancer. The announcement came via a video released on Friday even though the footage was reportedly captured the previous Wednesday.
The Shocking Diagnosis
When the Princess was asked regarding her health, she admitted that the diagnosis came as a blow. Fighting back her emotions, she confessed, “The diagnosis was a huge shock, William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family.”
It was her profound expectation that she didn’t have cancer until the surgical process revealed otherwise. This led her to request for “time, space and privacy” as she begins her chemotherapy treatment.
Strength in Adversity
Despite the diagnosis, the Princess remains hopeful. In the video, she expressed, “I am well, I am getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal.” However, she did not specify the type of cancer she has been diagnosed with.
In January, Kensington Palace shared that she had undergone successful abdominal surgery, which was not associated with cancer, leading on to her recovery period that would last until April.
Public Speculations and Rumors
The public grew increasingly worried when the Duchess was not sighted since Christmas. To offset any speculation about her health, the Palace released a photo of her with her children on U.K. Mother’s Day. However, it was soon discovered that the image had been photoshopped, causing an unprecedented rumor mill.
The intended reprieve the photo was supposed to bring only fanned the speculations further. Under such circumstances, the ensuing number of news publications retracted their articles and removed the mentioned photo.
On the Road to Recovery
The Princess, known for her resilience, is focusing on her recovery. Now, she aims to recuperate and manage her illness privately for the sake of her young family. It is certain that her admirers and the public will respect her space and stand in solidarity with her as she undergoes treatment and recovery.
Also in the news, Meghan Markle, another member of the royal family, had planned for a ‘Single Girl Summer’ before her fateful meeting with Prince Harry.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Princess Kate Middleton for her swift recovery.
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