Current:Home > StocksPrincess Kate, Prince William 'enormously touched' by support following cancer diagnosis-LoTradeCoin
Princess Kate, Prince William 'enormously touched' by support following cancer diagnosis
View Date:2024-12-24 00:24:49
Princess Kate and Prince William are speaking out for the first time since it was revealed the Princess of Wales is battling cancer.
In a statement released by Kensington Palace, the British royals expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of public support following Kate's diagnosis.
"The prince and princess are both enormously touched by the kind messages from people here in the U.K., across the Commonwealth and around the world in response to Her Royal Highness’ message," a palace spokesperson said in an emailed statement to USA TODAY Sunday.
"They are extremely moved by the public's warmth and support and are grateful for the understanding of their request for privacy at this time," the royals' statement concluded.
In a video message shared Friday, Princess Kate announced she was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer and is undergoing "a course of preventive chemotherapy treatment" following major abdominal surgery in January.
Kate called her diagnosis a "huge shock" for her family, adding that she and Prince William have done "everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family."
Princess Kate opens up about 'tough' cancer diagnosis in emotional video
Following weeks of speculation about her health status, Princess Kate opened up Friday about her recent cancer diagnosis and the impact it's had on her family life.
"I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding whilst I've been recovering from surgery," said Kate in a video released by Kensington Palace. "It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family. But I've had a fantastic medical team who've taken great care of me, for which I'm so grateful.
"In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London. And at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous," she continued. "The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present."
Kate said it has "taken time" to explain her diagnosis to her and William's children — Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 8, and Prince Louis, 5 — appropriately and "to reassure them that I'm going to be OK."
Where is Princess Kate?Timeline of what to know about her cancer diagnosis announcement
"As I've 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," she said. "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."
Kate also shared words of encouragement for others who have been diagnosed with cancer. "Please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone," she said.
veryGood! (25)
Related
- Love Actually Secrets That Will Be Perfect to You
- New York governor defends blocking plan that would toll Manhattan drivers to pay for subway repairs
- Where things stand on an Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal as Hamas responds to latest proposal
- Southern Baptists to debate measure opposing IVF following Alabama court ruling
- California man allegedly shot couple and set their bodies, Teslas on fire in desert
- Ex-NBA player Delonte West arrested on multiple misdemeanor charges in Virginia
- 23-year-old sought in deaths of her 3 roommates caught after high-speed chase, authorities say
- How Pat Sajak says farewell to 'Wheel of Fortune' viewers in final episode: 'What an honor'
- FBI offers up to $25,000 reward for information about suspect behind Northwest ballot box fires
- 23-year-old sought in deaths of her 3 roommates caught after high-speed chase, authorities say
Ranking
- Ryan Reynolds Clarifies Taylor Swift’s Role as Godmother to His Kids With Blake Lively
- Nick Cannon Has His Balls Insured for $10 Million After Welcoming 12 Kids
- Blistering heat wave in West set to stretch into weekend and could break more records
- Kevin Jonas' 10-Year-Old Daughter Alena Hilariously Dresses Up as Him, Complete With a Wig
- Oklahoma school district adding anti-harassment policies after nonbinary teen’s death
- Real-world mileage standard for new vehicles rising to 38 mpg in 2031 under new Biden rule
- Unclaimed $2.9 million Mega Millions ticket about to expire after being sold in December
- United States men's national soccer team friendly vs. Colombia: How to watch, rosters
Recommendation
-
Will Aaron Rodgers retire? Jets QB tells reporters he plans to play in 2025
-
Kesha Leaves Little to the Imagination With Free the Nipple Moment
-
Lose Yourself in the Details Behind Eminem's Surprise Performance at Detroit Concert Event
-
Might we soon understand sperm whale speak? | The Excerpt
-
GreenBox Systems will spend $144 million to build an automated warehouse in Georgia
-
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' Daughter Suri Reveals Her College Plans
-
23-year-old sought in deaths of her 3 roommates caught after high-speed chase, authorities say
-
Billy Ray Cyrus Shares Message to Miley Cyrus Amid Alleged Family Rift