July 9, 2025 | Royal Family Watch UK
After months of silence, speculation, and growing public concern, Catherine, Princess of Wales, has finally addressed the world in a deeply personal and emotional video message released this morning by Kensington Palace.
Looking calm but visibly emotional, Kate began her statement with a soft but steady voice:
“It’s time I told you everything. The type of cancer I have is non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and I’ve been undergoing treatment quietly, surrounded by my family.”
💬 A Brave Confession
In the nearly five-minute-long video, Kate revealed that the diagnosis came shortly after her abdominal surgery earlier this year, and that doctors had initially been unsure about the nature of the illness. Further testing in February confirmed it was a slow-growing but serious form of lymphoma, affecting her immune system.
“We needed time. Time for our children to understand. Time for me to begin treatment. And time to find the strength to face this with honesty.”
Kate also shared that she has been undergoing targeted immunotherapy and mild chemotherapy, a regimen that has allowed her to remain at home with Prince William and their three children — George, Charlotte, and Louis — for most of her recovery.
🏰 How the Palace Responded
Kensington Palace confirmed that no public engagements are scheduled for the Princess in the near future and that her return to duties will depend entirely on medical advice. A senior aide emphasized:
“This was entirely her decision. She wanted to wait until she could speak clearly and from the heart.”
👨👩👧👦 Family at Her Side
Prince William is said to have been by her side “every single day,” and sources close to the family say the children were gradually told the truth “in age-appropriate ways.” Kate herself said:
“We’ve cried. We’ve held each other. But we’ve also found so much strength in the love that surrounds us.”
King Charles III, who is also undergoing treatment for cancer, issued a statement praising his daughter-in-law's courage:
“Her bravery, her dignity, and her honesty set an example for all of us.”
🌍 Reactions from Around the World
Within minutes of the video’s release, social media erupted in a wave of love, support, and admiration.
Hashtags like #StayStrongKate, #RoyalCourage, and #WithThePrincess trended globally within the hour.
“She didn’t owe us this. But she gave it anyway — with grace,” one commenter wrote on X.
“Now I understand the silence. She was fighting her own private war.”
💌 Her Final Words
The video ended with a message not just to the public, but to anyone facing a similar battle:
“If you or someone you love is going through cancer right now, please know — you’re not alone. There is hope. And there is light.”