Malignant growths in the body's cells. - Prince William evades query regarding Kate's well-being.
Ever since Princess Kate (42) shared in March that she'd been diagnosed with cancer, the public hasn't heard much about her condition. The only known fact is she's receiving "preventive chemotherapy." During the 80th anniversary event for the historic "D-Day" in Portsmouth, her father - King Charles III (75) - and her husband, Prince William (41), were both present. However, when someone inquired about Kate's health, William (41) was nonchalant about the topic; he simply said, "She would've loved to be here."
At this event, William showed up by himself, while King Charles III and Queen Camilla (76) arrived together.
Recognizing the bravery of WWII Heroes
During the commemoration for "D-Day" veterans, Prince William honored their courage by reading a letter written by a soldier during the landings in Normandy on June 6, 1944. His name was Alastair Bannerman, a man who miraculously endured the "D-Day," the entire war, and met his family again. He shared a heartfelt moment with William by expressing gratitude for those who were not as fortunate as he was: "Many didn't make it." William also highlighted the significance of this event: "Today we commemorate the bravery of all who crossed the sea to liberate Europe."
King Charles III stated the first public words since he revealed his own cancer diagnosis - quoting a speech by Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery (1887-1976): "It is our privilege to launch the blow for freedom that will be etched in history."
Upcoming Commitments
This year's "D-Day" on June 6, King Charles and Queen Camilla are scheduled to visit the "British Normandy Memorial" in Ver-sur-Mer, France. It's a historically significant event, as it's his first foreign engagement since he decided to make his health situation public in February.
As a replacement, Prince William is tasked with attending the main event at Omaha Beach in Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer. The event is expected to feature leaders like Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, US President Joe Biden, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
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- Despite her ongoing treatment with "preventive chemotherapy," Princess Kate was unable to attend the 80th anniversary commemoration of D-Day due to her health condition, leaving Prince William to represent the royal family.
- At the memorial service for D-Day veterans, King Charles III paid tribute to the soldiers' bravery by quoting Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, alluding to his own recent cancer diagnosis.
- In Prince William's speech at the D-Day anniversary event, he mentioned his wife's wish to be present, acknowledging her strength and resilience in the face of her cancer diagnosis.
- Following his diagnosis, King Charles III and Queen Camilla have made public appearances together, such as at the D-Day commemorations, demonstrating their unwavering support for each other during this challenging time.
- During the D-Day event, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, alongside Prince Charles, showed solidarity with the veterans and the public, emphasizing the important role of togetherness in overcoming adversity, as evidenced by their collective struggle against cancer.
