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Prince William’s team responds to Kate Middleton health conspiracy theories saying he’s ‘not focused on social media’
A spokesman for William has opened up on bizarre accusations online
PRINCE William's team has responded to the many health conspiracy theories swirling around Princess Kate.
Kate, 42, spent two weeks at Marylebone's London Clinic after undergoing a “planned abdominal surgery” before being discharged on January 29.
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Kensington Palace announced she would step back from all official duties while she recovered in the Wales family's Windsor home, and last week insisted she was "doing well".
But she has not been seen at any royal events since Christmas Day, with her absence leading to speculation about her health and whereabouts.
Numerous bizarre theories revolving around the Princess of Wales have since come to the fore on social media.
However, stoic William has now revealed he is not focused on chatter online.
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“His focus is on his work and not on social media,” a spokesman for the Prince of Wales on Wednesday.
Royal fans had gone into overdrive last week as Prince William pulled out of a service last-minute due to 'personal matter'.
It led to the palace issuing a statement to dismiss “wild conspiracy theories”.
A Kensington Palace spokesman said: “We were very clear from the outset that the Princess of Wales was out until after Easter and Kensington Palace would only be providing updates when something was significant.”
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The was seen driving with mum Carole Middleton earlier this week.
And a royal author claims that George, Louis and Charlotte are “boosting her spirits.”
When will Kate Middleton be resuming royal duties?
If Kate recuperates according to schedule then her first engagement back could be at the family service at St George’s Chapel, Windsor, on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024.
However, sources have claimed her commitment to her royal duties could see her get back into work as soon as she can.
Following her operation in January 2024, a statement from Kensington Palace said: “Based on the current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter.
“The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate.
"She hopes the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible; and her wish that her personal medical information remains private.
“She looks forward to reinstating as many as possible, as soon as possible.”
Timeline of royal health battles
HERE is a date-by-date rundown of the health battles to have struck the Royals this year.
JANUARY 16: Kate is admitted to the London Clinic for abdominal surgery.
JAN 17: It is announced that the King is to have treatment for a benign enlarged prostate.
JAN 18: William spends time at Kate’s bedside.
JAN 19: The King flies back from Scotland with the Queen.
JAN 21: It is announced Sarah, Duchess of York, has malignant melanoma, a skin cancer.
JAN 23: Kate’s hospital stay passes one week.
JAN 26: The King is admitted to the London Clinic for treatment.
JAN 29: The King is discharged from hospital. Kate leaves the same day.
JAN 31: Queen Camilla announces that the King is “getting on, doing his best”.
FEBRUARY 5: Buckingham Palace announces the King has cancer, but not of the prostate, and will not carry out public-facing duties.
FEB 18: The King appears in good spirits as he attends a Sunday church service in the grounds of Sandringham.
FEB 23: The King filmed crying and chuckling while opening some of the 7,000 cards from well-wishers.
FEB 27: Prince William pulls out of service last-minute due to 'personal matter', sparking wave of unfounded conspiracy theories about Kate's health.
MARCH 4: Kate Middleton pictured in the car with mum Carole on the Windsor estate.
Where is Kate Middleton recovering?
Kate initially went back to Windsor before continuing her recovering at the family's Norfolk country home, Anmer Hall.
Royal watcher Jennie Bond told : "Windsor is lovely, and they have a beautiful house, of course.
"But it’s also on the Heathrow flight path and that can be very intrusive.
"William and Kate find all they want as a family in the wide open spaces that Norfolk offers."
Jennie also added that Kate will have been treated to some “fabulous” gifts and “delicious” hampers from doting friends as she recovers.
She told the publication: "I’m sure these old friends would know exactly how to keep Kate’s spirits up after such major surgery.
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"They have probably pampered her with fabulous gifts of luxurious spa products and hampers of delicious goodies to tempt her tastebuds.
“They know what she might like to watch on TV or to read, and may have been sending recommendations and encouraging her to rest and take the time out she needs."
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