Kate Middleton has cancer. The Princess of Wales announced the shocking news in an emotional video on Friday, and since then, people from all over the world have shown their support. Meanwhile, Kate and William have reportedly explained the situation to their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, but what the near future holds, no one knows.

Speculations about the princess’ health have been ongoing ever since her abdominal surgery in January, and it only escalated after her manipulated Mother’s Day picture. Though, now that Kate has revealed her cancer diagnosis, theories surrounding her will hopefully cool down.

Kate Middleton’s emotional speech in the video released Friday left many people affected. While some royal correspondents argue that the princess seems to be coping with the news of her cancer diagnosis better than some might realize, others have different opinions. For example, royal expert Kinsey Schofield claims one detail in Kate’s speech shows her true feelings about the future – and it isn’t positive at all.

Questions about Kate Middleton’s health have been growing ever since she underwent abdominal surgery. Kensington Palace only gave minor updates about the Princess of Wales moving forward, and as weeks went by, experts, as well as royal fans worldwide, thought it was time for them to start talking.

Meanwhile, others have argued that Kate should be left alone, but everything changed when Kate posted an image for Mother’s Day that showed her alongside her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, which later turned out to have been manipulated.

Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis

As Kensington Palace refused to release another newly taken picture of Kate following the scandal, conspiracy theories grew by the minute. Had something serious happened to Kate? Is she even alive, and if so, is she and William divorcing?

On Friday, Kate Middleton decided to put all cards on the deck. In an emotional video published on the Prince and Princess of Wales’ social media accounts, the 42-year-old mother of three revealed to the world that she is in the early stages of cancer treatment.

“I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you, personally, for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding whilst I have been recovering from surgery. It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family, but I’ve had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me, for which I am so grateful,” Kate began in the video.

The Princess of Wales explained that at the time she underwent the abdominal surgery, it was thought that her condition was non-cancerous, and the surgery was successful. However, when undergoing tests after the operation, doctors found that cancer had been present.

Kate Middleton continued, “My medical team, therefore, advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy, and I am now in the early stages of that treatment. This, of course, came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family.”

“I am well and getting stronger every day”

“As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok. As I have 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.”

The Princess of Wales continued by praising her husband., Prince William, saying it is a “great source of comfort and reassurance” having him by her side. Further, Kate asked the public for privacy moving forward.

“We hope that you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able. But for now I must focus on making a full recovery.”