The mysterious absence of Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, has sparked a wave of speculation and conspiracy theories among social media users. The 42-year-old royal has been recovering at home after a planned abdominal surgery in January, but the details of her post-op recuperation have been kept under wraps by Kensington Palace.
According to sources, some of Kate’s senior staffers were caught off guard by the news of her surgery and have not been able to see or speak to her since. The palace has maintained a “shroud of secrecy” around her recovery, with only a select few individuals privy to the details.
Amidst the speculation, a controversy arose when a family photo shared by the Princess of Wales on Mother’s Day was found to have been manipulated. The photo was later withdrawn by news agencies, prompting Kate to apologize for the incident. The princess was reportedly “very sad” that a happy family moment had turned into a scandal.
The incident has given rise to a new wave of conspiracy theories online, with some dubbing it “Katespiracy”. Questions have also been raised about the authenticity of photographs released by the British royal family, leading media outlets to scrutinize all handout photos provided by Kensington Palace.
As the public continues to speculate about Kate’s health and recovery, the royal remains out of the public eye, with her husband Prince William reportedly doing his best to shield her from the frenzy of rumors and gossip. Despite the speculation, Kate is said to be focused on her healing and recuperation, away from the prying eyes of the public.