HEART OF GOLD
Martin Kemp sends Princess Kate ‘so much love’ and shares never-before-seen photo of her after she visited his house
But Martin is just one of many who has publicly supported the royal - scroll down for more well-wishes
MARTIN Kemp has joined celebrities in wishing Princess Kate well amid her cancer battle.
Posting on Instagram, the singer shared a never-before-seen snap when they met Kate as part of a short film about mental health.
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In the photo at Martin's home, we saw Kate beam alongside Martin, his wife Shirlie and their children Roman and Harleymoon.
Alongside the post, the Spandau Ballet star wrote: “Sending so much Kemp love to the Princess of Wales and all her Family.”
The post, which was shared just two days ago, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 44,266 likes, as social media users rushed to the comments to share their affection for Kate.
One person said: “Her message really touched me.. made me fill up. Such a lovely lady.. with such young children..
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“I thought her message was so brave and something she didn’t have to share.. but that just shows how fabulous she is.. that she let us all into her world at this time.
“So much admiration for her right now.”
Another added: “We love her. We’re so lucky to have her and she’s just the best ambassador for our country, we have to look after her.”
A third commented: “I hope and pray people leave her alone now so she can heal, recover and get herself well again.”
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At the same time, someone else wrote: “Lovely picture and lovely message.”
It comes after last week, Princess Kate revealed that she is undergoing treatment for cancer in a brave video message.
The Sun's Royal photographer Arthur Edwards reacts to Kate's cancer diagnosis
The royal, 42, said the diagnosis had come as a "huge shock" - but vowed: "I am well and getting stronger every day".
Kate has remained absent from any official duties following major abdominal surgery in January.
Kate said she initially had no signs of cancer but post-op tests showed the disease had been "present".
She has chosen not to reveal what type of cancer she has but said she is in the early stages of treatment.
Sitting on a bench at Windsor for the poignant clip, the royal thanked her husband Prince William for his support.
Her voice cracked as she said she had broken the news to George, 10, Charlotte, 8, and five-year-old Louis.
The Princess of Wales explained: "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.
"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.
"As I have said to them, I am well and I’m getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal in my mind, body and spirit.
"Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.”
Timeline of Kate’s health battle & recovery
JANUARY 16: Kate is admitted to the London Clinic for abdominal surgery
JAN 17: Kensington Palace announce the princess underwent surgery
JAN 18: William spends time at Kate’s bedside
JAN 23: The princess’ hospital stay passes one week
JAN 29: Kate leaves hospital
FEBRUARY 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: Princess pictured in the car with mum Carole on the Windsor estate
MARCH 10: Royal posts a sweet snap of her and the kids for Mother’s Day - then fans started spotting flaws, and massive agencies put out ‘kill notice’ on photo
MARCH 11: Kate admits she edited photo, and is snapped in car with William
MARCH 16: Royal fans spot the princess at farm shop near Windsor
MARCH 17: Onlookers see Kate watching her youngsters playing sport
MARCH 18: The Sun exclusively published video of Kate and Wills from two days prior
Messages of support have flooded in for Kate, with an immense outpouring of kindness from people across the world, sending their messages of love and well wishes.
Kate's brother James Middleton shared a touching picture and message to his sister after the shock diagnosis was revealed, as he wrote: "Over the years, we have climbed many mountains together. As a family, we will climb this one with you too."
Not only this, but US President Joe Biden was also among the well wishers and said in a statement on X: “Jill and I join millions around the world in praying for your full recovery, Princess Kate.”
First Lady Jill Biden also posted: "You are brave, and we love you."
As well as this, Princess Diana's brother Earl Spencer praised Kate's "incredible strength and poise" after her emotional video message was shared on Friday night.
Dame Joan Collins then said: “I think we’re all going to pray for her. And I think that she is going to survive. She’s going to come out of this feeling strong. She’s young.
“And I think that she was very, very brave to make the announcement herself. Very brave, very unusual for a while to do that. And I have great admiration for her as a woman as a person.”
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.
How other royals have also been rocked by health battles this year
THE past few months have seen members of the royal family struck down by various health battles. Here is a rundown:
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.
He praised Kate for her "courage" in a statement from Buckingham Palace.
The "proud" King also remains in close contact with his "beloved daughter-in-law" and that both he and Camilla will "continue to offer their love and support to the whole family through this difficult time'."
Kate said the family now needs "time, space and privacy" while she completes her treatment.
She will not be returning to public duties for the foreseeable future.
The princess added: "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."
Following the outpouring of support for Kate, a Kensington Palace spokesperson said: “The Prince and Princess are both enormously touched by the kind messages from people here in the UK, across the Commonwealth and around the world in response to Her Royal Highness’ message.
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“They are extremely moved by the public’s warmth and support and are grateful for the understanding of their request for privacy at this time.”
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