The British monarchy is once again marked by shocking news: Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has announced she is suffering from cancer. This revelation puts an end to long speculations about her health condition. The princess, who is only 42 years old, has been undergoing “preventive” chemotherapy since February, after a diagnosis made in January. Her courage is being praised from all sides, including the royal family and international political figures.
Kate’s health condition was revealed following an abdominal surgical procedure, leading to a convalescence fortunately away from the spotlight. “It was a huge shock, and we are doing everything to handle it privately,” she confided, emphasizing the importance of the support from her husband, Prince William, and her family.
The news has sparked a wave of emotion and international support, with messages coming from King Charles, who is also facing a battle against the same disease, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and even President Joe Biden. The media and social networks have relayed testimonies of solidarity, respecting the personal fight of the mother against cancer.
Kate chose to communicate her situation via a video, explaining her approach and thanking for the support received. She also discussed the difficulty of breaking the news to her children. The adjuvant chemotherapy she is undergoing aims to prevent any risk of recurrence, after her operation in January.
Kate Middleton’s announcement reminds us of the challenges that many people face when confronted with this still undefeated disease. Her openness on the subject has been met with respect and admiration well beyond the United Kingdom.