Kate Middleton cancer diagnosis news — Princess & William to ‘miss service’ as Royal Family’s Easter plans revealed
THE ROYAL Family is preparing for a rather different Easter this year, as plans change amid King Charles and Princess Kate's health battles.
King Charles, who is being treated for cancer, will attend the Easter Sunday Service at St. George's Chapel.
He will be joined by several senior royals, including his wife Queen Camilla.
In the wake of her cancer announcement, Kate Middleton, Prince William, and their three children will not attend the service.
Sunday's appearance will mark the first major event for Charles, 75, since he was diagnosed with cancer in February.
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The Middleton’s to be ‘absolutely pivotal’ in supporting Kate
Kate Middleton’s family will be “pivotal” in helping her through this difficult time, a royal expert has said.
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliam told The Sun Online: “We know that she’s got a very close and supported family, and secondly, that the support is under the radar.
“The Middletons are clearly a very, very important part of her and William’s life.
“At the moment absolutely pivotal. I would say.”
William under ‘enormous’ pressure amid family’s health battles
Prince William is under “enormous” pressure and is not prioritising a reunion with his brother, a royal expert has said.
Richard Fitzwilliams told The Sun: “We know the brothers have no contact reportedly at the moment, and haven’t for some time now.
“For William the pressures are enormous, and I mean for Catherine the pressure is just a given.
“There’s no doubt that it’s going to be an immensely sensitive period. In Williams case he doesn’t want the pressure and the publicity that all this would give. Also he’s he is obviously stubborn.”
William and Harry’s reunion would be ‘very brief’ and ‘carefully choreographed’
Any reunion between Prince Harry and William in the wake of Princess Kate’s cancer diagnosis would be “very brief”, a royal author has said.
Tom Quinn told The Mirror: “Given Kate’s cancer diagnosis, Harry will certainly make efforts to see his brother and Kate when he returns to the UK in May.
“If it happens at all it’s to be a very brief carefully choreographed meeting and organised to last a short time so that the brothers can avoid any difficult conversations.”
William and Kate’s former spokesperson slams online trolls
Kate Middleton was subject to a slew of online conspiracy theories prior to her announcement that she had been diagnosed with cancer.
Now, a former spokesman for William and Kate has blasted the online hate shown towards the couple.
Paddy Harverson told BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg: “It’s a sort of permanent doom loop. And it’s the worst I’ve ever seen.”
Kate’s six-word message to kids after cancer diagnosis
Princess Kate has spoken of the heartbreaking moment she revealed her cancer diagnosis to Louis, Charlotte and George.
In last Friday’s statement, Kate explained how she reassured her children with a six-word promise, telling the young royals: “I am going to be ok.”
Kate said: “As you can imagine, this has taken time.
“It has taken me time 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 is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok.”
When did Meghan Markle and Prince Harry move to the USA?
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced they would be stepping back from their duties as senior members of the Royal Family back in January 2020.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their son Archie spent six weeks in Canada between November 2019 and January 2020.
They left Archie with a nanny to briefly return to the UK to sort a deal for their relinquishing of royal responsibilities, before heading back to Vancouver Island.
Yet, the coronavirus pandemic pushed up their plans to settle, moving to Malibu in Los Angeles in March to avoid the borders between USA and Canada closing for all non-essential travel.
Kate and William – the early years
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s love story has played out in front of the public over the last couple of decades.
We have seen them get married and build a family, but where did it all start? Here’s a brief look at their early life together …
Kate and William first crossed paths in 2001 when they went to university together at St. Andrews. The pair went on to become friends and it was more than a year before things turned romantic between them.
The pair moved in with each other, along with other friends, in October 2002.
Kate and William still weren’t in a relationship, but it wasn’t long before things changed.
Royal expert slams celebs who peddled Kate conspiracies
Royal expert Hugo Vickers blasted celebrities who dished out conspiracies about Princess Kate’s health.
Hugo Vickers, royal historian, told The Sun: “The conspiracy theorists, went in big time in the last few days.
“It says an awful lot about the mindset of these people. The high profile ones, but also the very irresponsible members of the general public who just sort of weighed in as well.
“It was extremely unattractive because, we all love the Princess of Wales, and she’s done a fantastic job.
“She’s really faultless in everything she’s done ever since she married Prince William.”
How Victoria Beckham could get the ‘ultimate revenge’ on Meghan Markle
Meghan Markle is following in the footsteps of Hollywood A-listers such as Victoria Beckham as she launches her own lifestyle brand.
The new brand, named American Riviera Orchard, will see the Duchess sell home items, chicken feed and dog treats.
But experts have warned that the business could flop – and according to one brand expert this would be the ultimate revenge for Victoria Beckham.
Will & Kate’s ex-neighbours install 100 statues of naked people in their grounds
William and Kate’s ex-neighbours Rose Hanbury and Lord Cholmondeley have installed 100 statues of naked people in the grounds of their stately home.
The bizarre figures have been spotted on the lawn at Houghton Hall, just four miles from Kate and William’s ‘favourite place’ Amner Hall in Sandringham, Norfolk.
Kate Middleton ‘thrilled’ by public support, Queen Camilla reveals
The Princess of Wales is “thrilled by all the kind wishes and support” she has received since her cancer announcement, Queen Camilla said yesterday.
Speaking during a visit to the Farmers’ Market in Shrewsbury, the Queen shared Kate’s message of thanks with the public.
Brits came out in their droves during the Queen’s visit, with two young girls even presenting her with handmade posters for Princess Kate.
Camilla told them: “I know that Catherine is thrilled by all the kind wishes and support.”
What did Princess Kate say in her statement?
Kate Middleton said: “I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you, personally, for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding whilst I have been recovering from surgery.
“It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family, but I’ve had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me, for which I am so grateful.
“In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous. The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should
undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that 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.
“As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time 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 is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok.“As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits.
“Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.
“We hope that you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able, but for now I must focus on making a full recovery.
“At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.”
King and Kate have ‘grown closer’ amid health battles
King Charles and Kate Middleton have grown closer amid their shared health battle, a royal author has said.
Both royals are being treated for cancer after being diagnosed this year.
Author Phil Dampier said: “The King and Kate have reportedly grown a lot closer because of their shared plight and he will be looking forward to future Easters when they are both well again.
“It will be a reflective time for all and it reminds us that the royals are human like the rest of us.”
King Charles continues work behind the scenes
King Charles has been working hard behind the scenes despite his cancer diagnosis, a royal expert has said.
According to 's Online Royal Correspondent, Danielle Stacey: "While we've seen the King conduct small audiences at Buckingham Palace, he's not attended any large-scale gathering since his diagnosis, such as the reception for Korean War Veterans last week, the Commonwealth Day service and the memorial for the late King Constantine in Windsor last month.
"Behind-the-scenes, the King is very much continuing with working through his daily red boxes."
Owen Jones issues apology to Princess Kate
Owen Jones, an activist and political commentator, has issued an apology to Princess Kate after sharing speculation about her prior to last Friday's announcement.
Owen wrote on X: "As someone who speculated on this without considering it could be a serious health condition, I'm very ashamed to be honest, and all the very best to her."
Other celebs, including Blake Lively and Stephen Colbert, have also apologised in the wake of Kate's cancer announcement.
Hollywood star issues apology to Princess Kate
Actress Blake Lively issued an apology after she mocked Kate’s edited Mother’s Day photo.
“I’m sure no one cares today but I feel like I have to acknowledge this,” she penned on her Instagram account.
“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.”
Anti monarchy group protests Queen Camilla's latest appearance
Anti-monarchy group Republic protested Queen Camilla's visit to Worcester Cathedral yesterday.
Demonstrators were heard chanting "down with the crown" during the event.
A spokesperson for the group recently wished Princess Kate well on social media following her diagnosis.
Credit: Getty Images Kate's six-word promise to kids after cancer diagnosis
Princess Kate has spoken of the heartbreaking moment she revealed her cancer diagnosis to Louis, Charlotte and George.
In last Friday's statement, Kate explained how she reassured her children with a six-word promise, telling the young royals: "I am going to be ok."
Kate said: "As you can imagine, this has taken time.
"It has taken me time 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 is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok."
How Harry and Meghan found out about Kate’s diagnosis
Harry and Meghan found out about Kate’s cancer diagnosis when the rest of the world did, a source told the New York Post.
The insider said: “They had no idea, and only learned of the news around the same time the rest of the world found out.”
Kate’s diagnosis is the second cancer shock to hit the royal family in as many months after King Charles revealed he was also undergoing treatment.
Are William and Kate attending Sunday's Easter service?
The Prince and Princess of Wales are not expected to be at Sunday's Easter service at St. George's Chapel.
Will and Kate will spend the holiday with their children as the Princess continues to rest and recuperate.
Last week, Princess Kate revealed she was being treated for cancer in an emotional video.
In pictures: Queen Camilla beams as she stands in for King Charles
Queen Camilla was all smiles yesterday as she stood in for King Charles at the Maundy Thursday service in Worcester Cathedral.
Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage 
Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage 
Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage
Who designed Kate Middleton’s wedding dress?
The British fashion designer Sarah Burton designed Kate’s iconic wedding dress.
She was the creative director for the label and luxury fashion house Alexander McQueen before leaving the role in 2023.
Designs for the gown were kept under wraps – but were leaked ahead of the big day leaving Kate in tears.
Will and Kate 'not interested' in drama of Harry and Meghan visit
The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly "not interested" in the drama a visit from Harry and Meghan Markle would bring.
According to the Daily Beast, an unknown friend of the couple said it is “clear they want peace and quiet.
"A visit from Harry, with all the drama that would bring, would be the opposite of that”.
Royal expert slams celebs who peddled Kate conspiracies
Royal expert Hugo Vickers blasted celebrities who dished out conspiracies about Princess Kate’s health.
Hugo Vickers, royal historian, told The Sun: “The conspiracy theorists, went in big time in the last few days.
“It says an awful lot about the mindset of these people. The high profile ones, but also the very irresponsible members of the general public who just sort of weighed in as well.
“It was extremely unattractive because, we all love the Princess of Wales, and she’s done a fantastic job.
“She’s really faultless in everything she’s done ever since she married Prince William.”
Well-wishers come out in droves to support King Charles and Kate
Well-wishers flooded Windsor's streets yesterday in a bid to show support for King Charles and Kate Middleton.
A mile-long line snaked around Windsor Castle on Thursday, with paying visitors eager to get a glimpse inside and support the pair.
Sadly, neither Kate nor Charles were in attendance.
US visitor Frank said: “We were told that was the longest queue anyone had seen for the Castle and it really was something but everyone was very polite and very British.
“A lot of people said they were here to show support for the family as they face this double health battle.”
