Kensington Palace has recently addressed swirling rumors about Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, and her health. Speculation had been rampant, with some suggesting that Kate was in the United States for cancer treatment. These claims gained traction after a TikToker, Amanda Matta, referenced a Reddit post alleging that Kate had stayed at The St. Regis Houston. The post suggested that Kate was there for medical reasons, further fueling the rumors.
However, news outlet KHOU11 has debunked these reports, citing sources from Kensington Palace. According to their information, Kate has not left the UK. BBC sources also confirmed that the Princess of Wales has remained in the country. Attempts to get a statement from the university hospital were met with refusals, citing patient privacy.
A spokesperson from Kensington Palace has stated that Kate is “doing well” as she recovers from abdominal surgery. The Palace had previously announced in January that Kate underwent a planned abdominal surgery, which was initially described as non-cancerous. The lack of updates and her absence from public events led to widespread speculation about her health.
Kate’s last public appearance was on Christmas Day, where she attended church with the royal family. She was seen smiling and interacting with fans, accompanied by Prince William and their three children. Less than a month later, on January 17, Kensington Palace announced that Kate had been admitted to The London Clinic for surgery. The Palace confirmed that her medical issue was non-cancerous at the time.
Despite the initial assurance, recent developments have revealed that post-operative tests found cancer. A Kensington Palace spokesperson stated that Kate learned about her cancer diagnosis after the surgery. She began preventative chemotherapy in late February. The Palace has decided not to share further details about her treatment, emphasizing Kate’s right to medical privacy.
In a video message, Kate spoke about her health and the impact on her family. She mentioned that the surgery was initially thought to be non-cancerous, but subsequent tests revealed cancer. She expressed her shock and the efforts she and William have made to manage the situation privately for their children’s sake.
Prince William has also addressed the situation publicly. He thanked people for their support and mentioned the medical focus of the past few weeks. William has continued his public duties, including attending a charity gala and the BAFTAs, albeit without Kate by his side.
Kate has been recovering at home in Windsor since her discharge from the hospital on January 29. The Palace expressed gratitude for the well-wishes from around the world. Kate has also spent time with her family at Anmer Hall in Norfolk.
The Palace has indicated that Kate is not expected to resume her public duties until later this spring. There is speculation that her first public appearance could be around Easter Sunday, a time when the royal family is traditionally photographed attending church.
The situation has led to various rumors, including claims that Kate was in a coma or that William was having an affair. These theories have been dismissed by the Palace. The release of a digitally altered photo of Kate and her children further fueled speculation, leading to Kensington Palace being criticized by Agence France-Presse.
Despite the challenges, the royal family has asked for privacy as Kate continues her treatment. The Palace reiterated this plea in their most recent statement, emphasizing the need for time and space for Kate to focus on her recovery.
