Kate Middleton was pushed into revealing her cancer diagnosis before she was ready, according to recent revelations. A BBC crew captured the future Queen of England discussing her illness in a video that she had not planned to make public. Reports suggest that external pressure, possibly stemming from a breach at the London clinic or leaks from close confidants, led to the story reaching the media.
The Daily Mail reported that Kate Middleton was initially hesitant to share her personal struggle in such a public manner. However, the leak of her diagnosis to journalists prompted Kensington Palace to take swift action and release the video addressing her cancer treatment.
“The Duchess’s decision to speak out was not due to rumors about her absence from the Easter morning church service but rather because her health status had been revealed,” a source revealed to The Daily Mail.
It remains unclear where the leak originated from, whether from The London Clinic where Middleton underwent surgery or elsewhere. Regardless, the situation left Middleton feeling pressured and uneasy, forcing her to confront the challenge of discussing her illness publicly.
PEOPLE Magazine noted Middleton’s discomfort with the intense scrutiny, highlighting her natural reserve and the significant challenge it posed for her. Despite this, Middleton’s message in the video aimed to offer comfort and support to others facing similar struggles, echoing sentiments of solidarity similar to Queen Elizabeth II’s during the COVID-19 pandemic.