The diagnosis was a shock, says Kate in the video. She first needed time to recover after the operation and to “appropriately” teach her children what their mother was missing. “William and I have done everything we can to deal with this privately.” This also explains the weeks of palace silence.
The last two months have been “incredibly hard” for her entire family. But the future Queen of Great Britain is brave: “I’m doing well and I’m getting stronger every day,” emphasizes Kate. She has a “fantastic team of doctors” for whom she is very grateful.
Kate asks for your understanding that she and her family now need time and privacy. Her office also said there would be no further details about the type of cancer. The princess is on the mend.
King Charles has praised his “beloved daughter-in-law’s” openness. Buckingham Palace said on Friday that he was “so proud of Catherine for her courage” to talk about her illness.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has assured Princess Kate of the entire country’s support. “She has shown tremendous courage with her statement today. I know I speak for the entire country in wishing her a speedy and full recovery, and I look forward to seeing her back in action when she is ready.”
The White House also expressed its condolences. President Joe Biden expressed his condolences. He would join millions of people around the world in praying for their full recovery. First lady Jill Biden shared Princess Kate’s video message and wrote: “You are brave and we love you.”
French President Emmanuel Macron also announced on behalf of his wife Brigitte: In this difficult time that you are going through, Brigitte and I wish you a full recovery. Your strength and resilience inspire us all.
Manuela Schwesig wishes Kate time and peace via social media. According to the Prime Minister of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, who herself suffered from cancer a few years ago, she has experienced what cancer means personally and for the entire family.
Kate also receives support from her family. Brother James Middleton posts emotional words under a childhood photo that shows him on a hiking trip with his sister, who is five years older than him.
It’s the first time James Middleton has shared a photo of himself with his sister. The family is actually silent when it comes to royal relatives.