The Princess of Wales has announced that she has been diagnosed with cancer, in a heartfelt video message released to the nation. The diagnosis was made during tests following her major abdominal surgery in January, which was initially thought to be non-cancerous.
In the video, filmed at BBC studios on Wednesday, Kate stated that she is now in the early stages of preventative chemotherapy. She explained that the family needed time to process the news privately before sharing it publicly.
The announcement comes after weeks of public speculation about her health and absence from royal duties. Kate described the past few months as 'incredibly tough' for the entire family, praising her medical team for their care.
Royal fans have expressed an outpouring of support on social media, with many sharing emotional messages. Kate thanked the public for their love and kindness, stating that having her husband William by her side has been a great comfort.
Kensington Palace confirmed that no further private medical information would be shared, respecting the Princess's right to medical privacy.
