Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has announced the completion of her chemotherapy treatment for cancer in an emotional video message released on September 9, 2024. The 42-year-old wife of Prince William reflected on her nine-month journey, describing it as ‘incredibly tough’ for her family.In the three-minute video, Kate expressed relief at finishing her treatment but emphasized that her path to full recovery remains long and uncertain. ‘Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes,’ she stated.Kate plans to gradually return to public duties in the coming months, starting with a light schedule of engagements until the end of the year. Throughout her treatment, she made occasional public appearances, including attending Trooping the Colour in June and watching the men’s singles final at Wimbledon in July.The princess was diagnosed with cancer after undergoing major abdominal surgery in January. While the specific type of cancer has not been disclosed, Kate described the experience as ‘complex, scary and unpredictable’.In her message, Kate expressed gratitude for the support she and Prince William have received, saying, ‘We are very grateful for the support we have received and have gained great strength from all those who are helping us at this time’. She also encouraged those continuing their own cancer journeys, stating, ‘To all those who continue their own journey against cancer, I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. From darkness can come light, so let that light shine brightly’.Kate’s announcement comes in the same year that her father-in-law, King Charles III, also faced a cancer diagnosis. The king has since returned to a modified schedule of public engagements.
Key points
- Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, has completed chemotherapy treatment for cancer.
- She plans to gradually return to public duties in the coming months.
- Kate described her nine-month journey as ‘incredibly tough’ but expressed hope for the future.
- The specific type of cancer has not been disclosed, but Kate underwent abdominal surgery in January.
Contradictions👾While most sources report Kate as having completed her chemotherapy treatment, some articles use more cautious language, stating she has ‘finished’ or ‘ended’ treatment rather than explicitly saying she is cancer-free.
