Prince William Provides First Family Update Since Wife Kate Middleton's Cancer Diagnosis Earlier This Year

prince william kate middleton cancer diagnosis Provides First Family Update

By Jackelyn Cornejo , Parent Herald May 02, 08:39 am

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Prince William, previously evasive about inquiries regarding his wife Kate Middleton amidst the uproar over her whereabouts and cancer disclosure, is now starting to address some questions.

Prince William Provides Family Update

During a public appearance on Tuesday, the 41-year-old Prince engaged with fans during a walkabout at James' Place in Newcastle.

In footage posted on Instagram by the fan account WalesVideos, one woman queried about the well-being of his wife and children. "We're all doing well, thank you," replied William. When pressed further about Catherine, he reiterated, "We're all doing well."

This outing marked William's third day of public engagements since Middleton's cancer announcement. He visited the mental health organization James' Place in Newcastle and the 2022 Earthshot Prize Finalist Low Carbon Materials.

On March 22, Middleton shocked the world by revealing she was undergoing "preventative chemotherapy" for an undisclosed form of cancer discovered during abdominal surgery. She emphasized that both she and William have been diligently managing the situation for the sake of their young family.

Despite the lack of details about her cancer type, Middleton assured she is "well and getting stronger every day" and praised Prince William as a pillar of support.

Middleton's health update followed a period of absence from public view since January, sparking widespread speculation. In response, Prince William temporarily stepped back from duties to support his wife.

However, he has since resumed royal engagements, including a charity event in Sunbury-on-Thames, England, in mid-April. During his recent engagement, two women adorned with Union Jack flags inquired about Middleton and their three children: Prince George, aged 10, Princess Charlotte, aged 8, and Prince Louis, aged 6.

Kate Middleton Temporarily Steps Back from Public Royal Duties

Kate requested privacy for her family and announced she would be taking a break from public royal duties. The palace stated she would resume official duties upon clearance from her medical team.

William also paused his public duties after Kate's announcement. He returned to work on April 18, visiting the nonprofit organization Surplus to Supper, where he received well-wishes for Kate and his father, King Charles III, who also received a cancer diagnosis this year.

Middleton had been absent from public view since Christmas Day, leading to intense speculation about her whereabouts as only obscured or edited images surfaced.

William had previously taken time off to support his wife, and they reportedly spent at least three weeks together with their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, at the Sandringham Estate during the Easter holiday.

On April 29, the couple celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary by sharing a previously unseen photo captured by Millie Pilkington.

Additionally, Tuesday marked King Charles III's return to public engagements following his cancer diagnosis in February. His first official visit was to a cancer treatment center in London, emphasizing the importance of early cancer detection and showcasing the vital research at the University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre.