Princess Kate’s cancer diagnosis announcement was brought forward as a result of the London Clinic data breach, according to a royal commentator.
Michael Cole said on GB News that the announcement has been in the pipeline for some time.
Michael Cole said on GB News that the announcement has been in the pipeline for some time.
Speaking to Michelle Dewberry, Cole said Kate making her condition known will ‘shut up’ the wild conspiracy theories that have mounted regarding her wellbeing in recent months.
Michael Cole says the alleged London Clinic data breach brought the announcement forward
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“The statement was very well delivered, very well dignified and absolutely appropriate”, he said.
“It’s terrible news and my thoughts go the Princess herself and her family.
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“You can tell the strain has been telling for Prince William but it has always been at the forefront of his mind.
“The alleged data breach may have brought forward what was going to be done anyway.
“Perhaps Princess felt that there could be a leak, maybe that brought this forward.”
The Princess of Wales urged people facing cancer not to “lose faith or hope” in her video message.
Princess Kate took a step back from royal duties after undergoing abdominal surgery in January
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Michael Cole joined Michelle Dewberry on GB News
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As she addressed her own diagnosis and treatment, Kate spoke directly to others dealing with the disease, telling them: “You are not alone”.
The princess’s message of hope to fellow cancer patients follows that of her father-in-law, the King, who has been praised for his openness about his own cancer treatment.
In her message, Kate said: “At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer.
“For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope.
“You are not alone.”
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has delivered words of comfort to the future Queen, saying she has the “love and support of the whole country”.
The King, who is also being treated for cancer, and the Queen have been told about the state of the princess’ health.