King Charles III is showing his support to Kate Middleton after she revealed the news of her cancer amid his own cancer battle.
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson told Page Six that the reigning monarch is “so proud of Catherine for her courage in speaking as she did.”
Following their time in the hospital together, Charles has “remained in the closest contact with his beloved daughter-in-law throughout the past weeks.”
The spokesperson furthered that he and Queen Camila “will continue to offer their love and support to the whole family through this difficult time.”
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Middleton did not disclose the specifics of what kind of cancer she has but it’s understood that she is in good spirits and focused on her recovery.
She is now seeking privacy as she completes her treatment for a full recovery, according to palace sources.
Middleton has not attended an official royal event since last Christmas in December and is not expected to return to her in-person duties until after Easter amid her recovery.
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While laying low, conspiracy theories swirled about Middleton’s health and whereabouts.
She emerged for the first time since December earlier this month when she and William went to a farm stand in Windsor. Middleton looked happy and healthy, though netizens pointed out that she looked thinner than usual and not like herself.
The news of Middleton’s cancer diagnosis comes nearly two months after Charles revealed his own diagnosis with cancer on Feb. 5.
The reigning monarch’s cancer was discovered after he underwent a procedure for benign prostate enlargement and began undergoing treatments right away.
Charles, 75, also shared that he chose to share his diagnosis with the world to “prevent speculation” and “in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
It has not yet been revealed what kind of cancer Charles is battling,