Last week, the Princess of Wales delivered a profoundly personal and emotionally stirring video message, disclosing her ongoing cancer treatment.
After the BBC Studios released the footage, certain viewers globally and users on social media promptly raised queries as to why Kate’s husband, Prince William, did not feature alongside her in the video.
A royal source said: “This was her as a strong woman sharing an innately strong message to the nation. She didn’t need anyone sitting next to her. He has been supporting her and the family in the background.”
Online correspondent Danielle Stacey also noted: “It’s understood that the Princess of Wales wrote every single word of her video address so it felt appropriate for Kate to deliver the message to the public solo. Those who work closely with the Princess often speak of her inner strength and I think her video message is a huge example of that.
“Kate spoke of her husband’s support, stating ‘having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance’ and no doubt the Prince is proud of his wife’s courage and choosing to announce the news in the way she wanted to.
“Kate also referenced ‘all those whose lives have been affected by cancer’ and I think it was important for her to deliver this message solo to connect with others facing cancer. She ended her message on a compassionate note, saying, ‘for everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone’.”
Truly, the heartfelt message delivered by Kate garnered widespread praise for her courageous revelation of her diagnosis. Among those commending her was her father-in-law, King Charles, who himself is navigating his own cancer journey.
A spokesperson from Buckingham Palace conveyed that His Majesty, aged 75, is “deeply proud of Catherine for her bravery in speaking out as she did.”
In her video message, Kate disclosed that she had commenced her initial round of preventative chemotherapy. Despite her successful abdominal surgery in January, initial assessments suggested her condition was non-cancerous. Yet, subsequent tests following the operation revealed the presence of cancer.
She reiterated that it has taken time for her to process the news, and to explain her diagnosis to her young children: “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.”
