Following speculation about her
health and whereabouts, Kate Middleton revealed that she is battling cancer. In
a video shared on social media, the Princess detailed her experience, stating,
"In January, I underwent major
abdominal surgery in London.
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| Kate Middleton in December 2023. CHRIS JACKSON/GETTY IMAGES |
At the time, it was believed that my condition was non-cancerous. However, tests after the operation revealed the presence of cancer." She also mentioned that she has started a course of preventative chemotherapy treatment.
"This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing
everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our
young family," Middleton said in the video. "As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken us time for me to
recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But most
importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte,
and Louis in a way that's appropriate for them and to reassure them I'm going
to be OK."
Following the announcement, Katie
Couric, Maria Shriver, and Olivia Munn were among those who took to social
media to react to the news.
Couric, who disclosed her breast cancer diagnosis in September 2022, paid tribute to Middleton on social media, writing, "Catherine, Princess of Wales, revealed Friday that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is being treated with preventative chemotherapy. As someone who has experienced cancer, I was deeply moved by her comments. Sending her and her family healing thoughts."
Shriver expressed her hope that
everyone would now respect Middleton's privacy and "allow the privacy she and her family need."
Munn, who recently shared her
breast cancer diagnosis, commented on the Prince and Princess of Wales'
Instagram post, saying, "Thank you
for showing what it's like to fight with grace and determination for yourself
and for your family. Wishing you all the best."
Ivanka Trump expressed deep sadness upon hearing about Princess Kate's diagnosis. She also noted her dismay at the speculation surrounding Kate, especially during a time when support and kindness are most needed.
Meanwhile, Blake Lively appeared to
apologize for making light of the "manipulated"
image released by the royal family on the UK's Mother's Day. She wrote on her
Instagram Story, "I'm sure no one
cares today but I feel like I have to acknowledge this. I made a silly post
around the 'photoshop fails' frenzy, and oh man, that post has me mortified
today. I'm sorry. Sending love and well wishes to all, always."
Before Middleton's revelation, some
in Hollywood voiced their opinions on the speculation surrounding her, with
Jamie Lee Curtis among those condemning the public scrutiny.
Jamie Lee Curtis took to Instagram to express her frustration, writing, "Can we please just STOP with this bullshit conspiracy theory? This is a human being with young children, and clearly some sort of health issue. That is a private matter. Do we not have better things to do and more important things to think about and be concerned about than this? It's a really low point in our society when there are SO MANY crucial issues that need our attention."
During his March 21 monologue on
Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the host questioned the obsession with Middleton's
whereabouts, saying, "Maybe it's
because I'm American, but I don't understand the craziness around this. Why do
we have to know where she is? It's not like she's the bus driver." He
then urged everyone to leave her alone.
"She had an operation, she had abdominal surgery," he added.
"Maybe she has a colostomy bag and
doesn't want everybody to see it. I mean, really. People are demanding she get
dressed up and march through London so we can have a look at her. Leave this
woman alone!"
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