The Princess of Wales, Kate, has been largely absent from public life this year due to her battle with cancer. However, Prince William shared his delight that she is now cancer-free after the news was publicly announced. Kate, in a deeply personal video, confirmed her positive progress and expressed her gratitude for the support received during this tough time. Despite finishing chemotherapy, she acknowledges that her path to healing and full recovery is long, but she is looking forward to being back at work and undertaking more public engagements in the coming months. The upcoming engagements could include a service for Remembrance Sunday in November and an annual Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey. The royal family shared a glimpse of their life over the summer in newly released footage, reinforcing the image of a close-knit, normal family.
Kate Middleton cancer latest: William reveals delight at ‘good news’ that Kate’s treatment has finished
The Princess of Wales has been largely absent from public life this year
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Prince William has today shared his delight that the Princess of Wales is cancer free after the news was publicly announced yesterday.
The heir to the throne, 42, reacted to the “good news” as he met with royal well-wishers outside a primary school in Llanelli, west Wales.
He told Pauline Thomas, 74: “It’s good news but there is still a long way to go.”
Kate, 42, appeared in a deeply personal video with her family on Monday confirming her positive progress and revealing she would start to “undertake light engagements” until the end of the year.
Her heartfelt message about her cancer journey is spoken over images showing the couple and their children enjoying the outdoors, with the couple cuddling as they hold hands.
She describes the past nine months since her serious health issues began as “incredibly tough for us as a family” and how the “cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone”, with the experience giving her a “new perspective on everything.”
Kate has stayed largely out of the public eye since her diagnosis, having only been seen at official engagements twice since January.
Upcoming engagements could now include a service for Remembrance Sunday in November and an annual Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey, which the princess has previously hosted.
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Prince William reacts to Kate Middleton’s cancer free announcement
However, the heir to the throne, 42, stressed that his wife’s battle with the disease, which began earlier this year, is far from over.
While meeting royal well-wishers outside a primary school in Llanelli, west Wales, he said: “It’s good news but there is still a long way to go.”
The Wales family shared a glimpse of their life over the summer in newly released footage announcing the good news (Will Warr/Kensington Palace/PA) (PA Wire)
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Harry and Meghan’s next ‘faux royal’ tour locations revealed
While carried out in their capacity as private citizens, the visits have many of the hallmarks of royal tours, and the couple’s recent visit to Colombia was designed to “illuminate” the country’s role as “a beacon of culture and innovation”.
The insider alleged to HELLO! magazine that the couple’s next destinations are Lesotho and Botswana and said they plan to undertake a third tour before the end of 2024.
Harry and Meghan also visited Nigeria earlier this year to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games. (Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)
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The Princess of Wales’s potential upcoming engagements
It is widely speculated that she will attend an annual service for Rememberance Sunday in November and a Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey, which she has previously hosted.
Another potential engagement is the diplomatic reception that takes place in Buckingham Palace in December.
Kate, 42, last appeared in public to present the men’s finals trophies at Wimbledon. (Getty)
Emma Guinness10 September 2024 11:00
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Princess of Wales’s new video ‘reinforces image of normal family’
Released yesterday, the poignant video sees the Princess of Wales reflect upon her cancer journey and the impact it has had on her life and family.
Royal commentator Duncan Larcombe said: “[The video] reinforces that brand of a close knit, normal family – normal in inverted commas, obviously.
“It follows from the one they released a couple of years ago around Easter time, which again was shot in Norfolk and showed them playing on the beach and toasting marshmallows and lots of hugs and happy children.
“That’s clearly the image that that William and Kate are trying to present, and I think they’re doing it quite successfully.”
The Princess of Wales with the Prince of Wales, Prince George (right), Princess Charlotte (second right) and Prince Louis (left) (Kensington Palace/PA) (PA Wire)
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New video of the Wales family praised as ‘extraordinary’
Sky News’s royal correspondent Rhiannon Mills said: “It’s an extraordinary video, especially when you consider just how private the Royal Family are.”
A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales
As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment.
The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an… pic.twitter.com/9S1W8sDHUL
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) September 9, 2024
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Harry and Meghan share first look at new Netflix show
Alongside pictures from the upcoming series, which is a part of their multi-million deal with the platform, the teaser explained: “POLO is a new documentary series that follows elite global players and offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of the sport.
“From Archewell Productions and Boardwalk Pictures. Premiering this December.”
POLO is a new documentary series that follows elite global players and offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of the sport. From Archewell Productions and Boardwalk Pictures. Premiering this December. pic.twitter.com/92vu4xYW8u
— Netflix (@netflix) September 9, 2024
Emma Guinness10 September 2024 08:12
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‘Out of darkness, can come light’: Kate’s full statement
“As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment.
The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.
The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you.
With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.
Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.
I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.
Despite all that has gone before, I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.
William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.
To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.”
The Wales family embracing one another in the footage released by Kate (Will Warr/Kensington Palace/PA) (PA Wire)
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Kate’s personal video shows ‘vulnerability while staying in control’
The Princess of Wales’s deeply personal video is a “groundbreaking moment” and “tectonic shift” in how the royal family controls its image, a PR guru has said.
Public relations and crisis consultant Mark Borkowski said the “polished” footage, featuring precious family moments and Kate sharing a health update in a voiceover, sets a new precedent, showing vulnerability while staying in command.
“This is film for the YouTube Insta generation – deeply personal yet controlled to convey a family dealing with cancer. A happy family portrait,” he said.
Mr Borkowski added: “It’s groundbreaking, an absolute first – a tectonic shift in how the royal family controls its image.
“Kate’s journey is profound and deeply personal, but they’ve learned that emotion can be controlled – and weaponised – in small, potent doses.
“By doing this through a polished film, they maintain dignity and control while still appearing relatable.”
Kate holds a butterfly in her hands (Will Warr/Kensington Palace/PA) (PA Wire)
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Kate’s cancer update: The timeline of her ‘incredibly tough’ nine months
Tuesday January 16: Kate is secretly admitted to The London Clinic and undergoes abdominal surgery. Kensington Palace announces the princess’s operation the next dat and says she will remain in the private hospital for 10-14 days. She is not expected to return to duties until after Easter, taking up to three months to recover.
Monday March 4: The princess is photographed for the first time since undergoing abdominal surgery. Kate is pictured in paparazzi shots near Windsor Castle wearing dark sunglasses in the passenger seat of a car, which was being driven by her mother, Carole Middleton.
Sunday March 10: Questions are raised that the first picture of the princess to be released after her abdominal surgery may have been manipulated before it was posted on social media by Kensington Palace. Kate publicly takes the blame for the manipulated photograph and issues a personal apology for the “confusion”.
Friday March 22: Kate announces she is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer in an emotional video message. She describes the “huge shock” after tests identified cancer following her abdominal surgery and the “incredibly tough couple of months” her family has experienced.
Friday June 14: Kate issues a written message saying she is “making good progress” and has “good days and bad days”, adding: “I am not out of the woods yet.”
Saturday June 15: The princess looks relaxed during her first day in the spotlight following her cancer diagnosis at the traditional Trooping ceremony.
Sunday July 14: Kate presents the Wimbledon men’s final trophy to Carlos Alcaraz, in her second public engagement since her diagnosis.
Sunday August 11: William, sporting a beard, and Kate appear in a video message congratulating Team GB after the Paris Olympics, with a compilation of messages from celebrities including Snoop Dogg and David Beckham.
Sunday August 25: Kate joins William, and the King and Queen at Crathie Church, near Balmoral Castle, in Scotland during a summer break in the Scottish Highlands.
Monday September 9: The Princess of Wales says she has finished chemotherapy and is “looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months” but adds her focus is on “doing what I can to stay cancer free”. She shares a video montage of precious family time spent with William and her children over the summer.
Athena Stavrou10 September 2024 01:30
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