Princess Kate Middleton and King Charles share a powerful connection through cancer, but it is not rooted in their own recent diagnoses. Instead, it stems from a long-standing family link dating back more than a century.
Both royals underwent treatment for cancer after being diagnosed in early 2024. Kate revealed in March that she had been diagnosed following planned abdominal surgery earlier in the year. Meanwhile, King Charles confirmed in February that he was receiving treatment after undergoing a procedure for an enlarged prostate. The palace later clarified his diagnosis was not prostate cancer.
While the royal family has traditionally kept health matters private, both Charles and Kate choosing to speak openly about their experiences marked a significant shift. Their shared connection to cancer awareness, however, stretches back far further than their own battles.
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Princess Kate Middleton shares family link in cancer fight with King Charles
According to reports, relatives of both royals were involved in campaigning to find a cure for cancer 100 years ago.
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