Kate Middleton cancer diagnosis news — Princess & William to ‘miss service’ as Royal Family’s Easter plans revealed
THE ROYAL Family is preparing for a rather different Easter this year, as plans change amid King Charles and Princess Kate's health battles.
King Charles, who is being treated for cancer, will attend the Easter Sunday Service at St. George's Chapel.
He will be joined by several senior royals, including his wife Queen Camilla.
In the wake of her cancer announcement, Kate Middleton, Prince William, and their three children will not attend the service.
Sunday's appearance will mark the first major event for Charles, 75, since he was diagnosed with cancer in February.
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King and Kate have ‘grown closer’ amid health battles
King Charles and Kate Middleton have grown closer amid their shared health battle, a royal author has said.
Both royals are being treated for cancer after being diagnosed this year.
Author Phil Dampier said: “The King and Kate have reportedly grown a lot closer because of their shared plight and he will be looking forward to future Easters when they are both well again.
“It will be a reflective time for all and it reminds us that the royals are human like the rest of us.”
William under ‘enormous’ pressure amid family’s health battles
Prince William is under “enormous” pressure and is not prioritising a reunion with his brother, a royal expert has said.
Richard Fitzwilliams told The Sun: “We know the brothers have no contact reportedly at the moment, and haven’t for some time now.
“For William the pressures are enormous, and I mean for Catherine the pressure is just a given.
“There’s no doubt that it’s going to be an immensely sensitive period. In Williams case he doesn’t want the pressure and the publicity that all this would give. Also he’s he is obviously stubborn.”
Everything you need to know about the Royal Family’s Easter plans
King Charles is preparing for a stripped-down Easter as he makes his first public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer.
The monarch is set to attend today's Easter Sunday Service, in Windsor, but proceedings will differ from previous years.
Fewer royals will attend, with Prince William and Kate as well as their three children not taking part in the service.
Harry and Meghan will also be absent, as the prince continues his estrangement from the Royal Family.
Find out more in the story below…
Where did Meghan Markle grow up?
Meghan Markle was born on August 4, 1981.
Her full name was actually Rachel Meghan Markle – interestingly Rachel was also the name of her character on TV series Suits.
She was born and raised in Los Angeles, California.
Credit: MEGA Prince Harry ‘under pressure’ from Meghan to get his relationship with royals back on track
Prince Harry is reportedly under pressure from Meghan Markle to rebuild his relationship with the Royal Family.
“Harry is under pressure to keep some sort of relationship with his family going if only for the sake of the couples’ new ventures,” Royal author Tom Quinn told the Mirror.
“Harry still has vague hopes that he will be forgiven and will be offered a minor role somewhere.”
Meghan Markle enlists celebrity stylist ahead of brand launch
Meghan Markle is returning to the business world with her new brand, American Riviera Orchard, and she’s enlisted the help of a top celebrity stylist to facilitate the move.
According to Vogue, Meghan has called upon Jamie Mizrahi, a top celebrity stylist who is known for helping stars with dramatic fashion transformations.
Mizrahi has worked with the likes of Adele and Jennifer Lawrence, two A-list names that certainly attracted Meghan to the in-demand stylist.
The Duchess hopes this move could help her elevate her standing in the fashion world, Vogue reports.
King Charles’ Easter schedule as monarch takes ‘gentle steps’ toward return
King Charles will attend the traditional Easter Sunday church service at Windsor Castle.
Here is a step-by-step schedule of how Easter Sunday will play out:
- Charles and Queen Camilla will walk to St George’s Chapel.
- Entering through the Galilee Porch, they will wave and greet a small crowd.
- The King and Queen will take their seats away from the rest of the congregation.
- He is expected to be seen leaving the church with the Queen.
- Charles will then not attend a post-service reception or host a private family lunch.
King is in ‘good spirits’ ahead of Easter Service
Peter Phillips, son of Princess Anne, has revealed the King is in “good spirits” despite being “frustrated” by the current situation.
Mr Phillips told Sky News Australia: “I think ultimately he’s hugely frustrated.
“He’s frustrated that he can’t get on and do everything that he wants to be able to do.
“But he is very pragmatic, he understands that there’s a period of time that he really needs to focus on himself.
“But at the same time he is always pushing his staff and everybody – his doctors and nurses – to be able to say ‘actually can I do this, can I do that?'”
William and Harry reunion would be ‘private’, expert reveals
With Harry set to visit the UK in the coming weeks, a reunion with Prince William could be on the cards.
But any such meeting would be in private to avoid public pressures, a royal expert has said.
Speaking to The Sun, Richard Fitzwilliams said: “There’s no doubt that it’s going to be an immensely sensitive period.
“In William’s case he doesn’t want the pressure and the publicity that all this would give.
“But anything with William, if it happens, will happen privately.
“William has indeed gone more than most humans could cope with, and from that point of view, nothing may happen.”
How Victoria Beckham could get the ‘ultimate revenge’ on Meghan Markle
Meghan Markle is following in the footsteps of Hollywood A-listers such as Victoria Beckham as she launches her own lifestyle brand.
The new brand, named American Riviera Orchard, will see the Duchess sell home items, chicken feed and dog treats.
But experts have warned that the business could flop – and according to one brand expert this would be the ultimate revenge for Victoria Beckham.
King and Kate have ‘grown closer’ amid health battles
King Charles and Kate Middleton have grown closer amid their shared health battle, a royal author has said.
Both royals are being treated for cancer after being diagnosed this year.
Author Phil Dampier said: “The King and Kate have reportedly grown a lot closer because of their shared plight and he will be looking forward to future Easters when they are both well again.
“It will be a reflective time for all and it reminds us that the royals are human like the rest of us.”
Hollywood star issues apology to Princess Kate
Actress Blake Lively issued an apology after she mocked Kate’s edited Mother’s Day photo.
“I’m sure no one cares today but I feel like I have to acknowledge this,” she penned on her Instagram account.
“I made a silly post around the ‘Photoshop fails’ frenzy, and oh man, that post has me mortified today.
“I’m sorry. Sending love and well wishes to all, always.”
Kate’s six-word message to kids after cancer diagnosis
Princess Kate has spoken of the heartbreaking moment she revealed her cancer diagnosis to Louis, Charlotte and George.
In last Friday’s statement, Kate explained how she reassured her children with a six-word promise, telling the young royals: “I am going to be ok.”
Kate said: “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.”
How Harry and Meghan found out about Kate’s diagnosis
Harry and Meghan found out about Kate’s cancer diagnosis when the rest of the world did, a source told the New York Post.
The insider said: “They had no idea, and only learned of the news around the same time the rest of the world found out.”
Kate’s diagnosis is the second cancer shock to hit the royal family in as many months after King Charles revealed he was also undergoing treatment.
Are William and Kate attending Sunday’s Easter service?
The Prince and Princess of Wales are not expected to be at Sunday’s Easter service at St. George’s Chapel.
Will and Kate will spend the holiday with their children as the Princess continues to rest and recuperate.
Last week, Princess Kate revealed she was being treated for cancer in an emotional video.
Who designed Kate Middleton’s wedding dress?
The British fashion designer Sarah Burton designed Kate’s iconic wedding dress.
She was the creative director for the label and luxury fashion house Alexander McQueen before leaving the role in 2023.
Designs for the gown were kept under wraps – but were leaked ahead of the big day leaving Kate in tears.
Will and Kate ‘not interested’ in drama of Harry and Meghan visit
The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly “not interested” in the drama a visit from Harry and Meghan Markle would bring.
According to the Daily Beast, an unknown friend of the couple said it is “clear they want peace and quiet.
“A visit from Harry, with all the drama that would bring, would be the opposite of that”.
Royal expert slams celebs who peddled Kate conspiracies
Royal expert Hugo Vickers blasted celebrities who dished out conspiracies about Princess Kate’s health.
Hugo Vickers, royal historian, told The Sun: “The conspiracy theorists, went in big time in the last few days.
“It says an awful lot about the mindset of these people. The high profile ones, but also the very irresponsible members of the general public who just sort of weighed in as well.
“It was extremely unattractive because, we all love the Princess of Wales, and she’s done a fantastic job.
“She’s really faultless in everything she’s done ever since she married Prince William.”
Well-wishers come out in droves to support King Charles and Kate
Well-wishers flooded Windsor’s streets this week in a bid to show support for King Charles and Kate Middleton.
A mile-long line snaked around Windsor Castle on Thursday, with paying visitors eager to get a glimpse inside and support the pair.
Sadly, neither Kate nor Charles were in attendance.
US visitor Frank said: “We were told that was the longest queue anyone had seen for the Castle and it really was something but everyone was very polite and very British.
“A lot of people said they were here to show support for the family as they face this double health battle.”
Did King Charles mention Kate Middleton during his speech?
While the King did not directly refer to his and his daughter-in-law’s health, his words could be interpreted as a reflection on the nation’s response to his and Kate’s challenges as they continue treatment for cancer.
The princess released an emotional video message last Friday revealing she has started a course of preventative chemotherapy.
The Middleton’s to be ‘absolutely pivotal’ in supporting Kate
Kate Middleton’s family will be “pivotal” in helping her through this difficult time, a royal expert has said.
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliam told The Sun Online: “We know that she’s got a very close and supported family, and secondly, that the support is under the radar.
“The Middletons are clearly a very, very important part of her and William’s life.
“At the moment absolutely pivotal. I would say.”
William under ‘enormous’ pressure amid family’s health battles
Prince William is under “enormous” pressure and is not prioritising a reunion with his brother, a royal expert has said.
Richard Fitzwilliams told The Sun: “We know the brothers have no contact reportedly at the moment, and haven’t for some time now.
“For William the pressures are enormous, and I mean for Catherine the pressure is just a given.
“There’s no doubt that it’s going to be an immensely sensitive period. In Williams case he doesn’t want the pressure and the publicity that all this would give. Also he’s he is obviously stubborn.”
Everything you need to know about the Royal Family's Easter plans
King Charles is preparing for a stripped-down Easter as he makes his first public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer.
The monarch is set to attend tomorrow's Easter Sunday Service, in Windsor, but proceedings will differ from previous years.
Fewer royals will attend, with Prince William and Kate as well as their three children not taking part in the service.
Harry and Meghan will also be absent, as the prince continues his estrangement from the Royal Family.
Find out more in the story below...
Where did Meghan Markle grow up?
Meghan Markle was born on August 4, 1981.
Her full name was actually Rachel Meghan Markle - interestingly Rachel was also the name of her character on TV series Suits.
She was born and raised in Los Angeles, California.
Credit: MEGA Inside William and Harry's inheritance and why one brother received more than the other
Prince William, 41, and Harry, 39, were handed a handsome inheritance from their late mother, Princess Diana, when she died in 1997.
The beloved Princess left just shy of £13 million to her two sons, which was reduced to £8.5 million after death duties.
After years of savvy investing, this pot rose to £20 million, with the two princes not seeing the cash till they reached their 20s.
But Diana wasn't the only person to leave the feuding brothers money.
Despite being the younger brother, Harry reportedly got a bigger inheritance from their great-grandmother Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, known as the Queen Mother, after she passed away in 2002.
Find out more in the full story below...
