Your Route to Real News

President Joe Biden 'praying' for Princess Kate after shock cancer diagnosis

813     0
The Princess of Wales shared details of her diagnosis on Friday
The Princess of Wales shared details of her diagnosis on Friday

PRESIDENT Joe Biden has wished Princess Kate a "full recovery" after she revealed her shock cancer diagnosis on Friday.

The Princess of Wales, 42, shared the news in a brave video message on Friday night, prompting an outpouring of support from around the world.

Kate Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis on Friday eiqtiqhhiktprw
Kate Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis on FridayCredit: AP:Associated Press
President Joe Biden posted a message of support on Friday night
President Joe Biden posted a message of support on Friday nightCredit: AP

Biden later shared a heartfelt message on X, formerly known as Twitter, in response to the Princess' video.

"Jill and I join millions around the world in praying for your full recovery, Princess Kate," he wrote on behalf of the First Lady.


More from Kate's emotional message...

Schools at risk of closing as teachers prepare to vote on joining strike chaosSchools at risk of closing as teachers prepare to vote on joining strike chaos
  • Kate reveals she's being treated for cancer
  • Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wish Kate ‘health and healing’
  • Kate's family share childhood photo and break silence
  • King Charles says he’s ‘so proud’ of his daughter-in-law
  • The Princess won’t return to royal duties until she’s cleared
  • 'William is by my side' says Kate in shock cancer statement
  • Kate's diagnosis 'was reason Will pulled out of service'
  • Experts slam trolls who caused her more pain at a difficult time


His touching message came just hours after Kate said her diagnosis had come as a "huge shock" - but she vowed: "I am well and getting stronger every day".

Kate told the public she was receiving cancer treatment in a poignant video message released at 6pm GMT on Friday.

In her address, she thanked her medical team who found the cancer following her "major" abdominal surgery in January.

She also thanked her husband Prince William for his support.

Kate said her children; George, 10, Charlotte, 8, and five-year-old Louis, are aware, assuring them she is going to be "OK".

The royal also said that initially, what was discovered after her surgery was deemed "non-cancerous", but added that post-op tests found cancer had been present.

She said: "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.

"William and I have been doing everything I can to process this privately for the sake of our young family.

"As you can imagine this has taken time. It has taken time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment."

Guardiola picks side on BODY LANGUAGE as he tells Foden why he’s been on benchGuardiola picks side on BODY LANGUAGE as he tells Foden why he’s been on bench

A Kensington Palace spokesperson confirmed Kate started a course of preventative chemotherapy late last month and is now on a "recovery pathway".

She is the second person in the Royal Family to be diagnosed with cancer in 2024, after King Charles revealed he was also undergoing treatment in February.

The King spoke in support of his daughter-in-law on Friday, revealing he is “so proud of Catherine for her courage in speaking as she did” and remains in the “closest contact with his beloved daughter-in-law."

He was joined by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who released a short statement after news came out.

The pair said: "We wish health and healing for Kate and the family and hope they are able to do so privately and in peace."

Kate's brother James Middleton also vowed to stick by his sister's, sharing a happy photo of them together on Instagram.

"Over the years, we have climbed many mountains together. As a family, we will climb this one with you too," he wrote.

Kate said she and her family now needs "time, space and privacy" while she undergoes her treatment.

She will not be returning to public duties for the foreseeable future.

The princess said: "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.

"At this time I am also thinking of all those lives affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease in whatever form please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone."

Kate said she has shared the news with her three children, George, Louis and Charlotte and thanks husband William for his support
Kate said she has shared the news with her three children, George, Louis and Charlotte and thanks husband William for his supportCredit: AP

Isabelle Hajek

Print page

Comments:

comments powered by Disqus