William shares hopeful update on Kate amid royal family's cancer battle
11:06 AM EDT, May 1, 2024
On Tuesday, Prince William visited Newcastle to celebrate the opening of a new facility. A 60-year-old woman took this opportunity to inquire about the health of his wife and children. Unlike previous occasions, the topic of illness wasn't avoided by Kate Middleton's husband.
Recent months have been challenging for the British royal family, with devastating news surfacing in February that King Charles III had been diagnosed with cancer. Shortly after, Duchess Kate also revealed via a recording that she has cancer.
Given these health issues, the monarch and his daughter-in-law have temporarily stepped back from their public roles to seek treatment. On Tuesday, Buckingham Palace released a statement announcing that Charles visited patients and staff at a London hospital.
On the same day, Prince William attended the inauguration of the new James's Place in Newcastle, a facility focused on preventing suicide among men and offering crucial support. He took time to meet with people gathered outside, engaging in brief conversations.
Prince William shares update on Duchess Kate's condition
British news channel GB News said a brave woman, Julie, 60, broached a sensitive subject during these interactions. She inquired about Kate's well-being and that of the children.
Do you mind if I ask how you and the children are? asked Julie.
This time, the Duchess's husband chose to open up about the topic and warmly responded to the 60-year-old woman, sharing an update on how Kate and the children are faring.
All doing well, yes. We've been well, said William.