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Breaking News: Kate Middleton and Prince William issue fresh statement as they break cover to spend time with kids
Kate Middleton has thanked people around the world for their messages of support after she bravely revealed her cancer battle.
Kate and her beloved husband Prince William said they’d been ‘enormously touched’ after Kate’s health update. On Saturday, the pair were seen for the first time since the announcement as they broader a helicopter near their home in Windsor, reports the Mirror.
It’s believed they were heading to their Anmer Hall home in Norfolk, where they are expected to spend the Easter school holidays with their children George, 10, Charlotte, eight, and Louis, five.
spokesman 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. 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.”
The King, who aims to lead the Firm in a show of unity on Easter Sunday, has opened dup on his pride in his daughter-in-law for her courage in speaking out.
Royal sources said Charles, who is also fighting cancer after being diagnosed in February, is hoping to make the journey to St George’s Chapel in Windsor next weekend to reassure the public amid incredibly testing times for the royals.
It’s also been confirmed that Charles has pre-recorded an Easter message of hope, to be broadcast on Maundy Thursday at Worcester Cathedral. Queen Camilla will lead The Firm at the Royal Maundy Service, to give the Royal Maundy gifts on behalf of her husband.
Kensington Palace issued a special message of thanks as well wishes poured in from fans across the globe, including from heads of state, charity bosses and Kate’s own family.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were not informed ahead of the Princess of Wales ’ public statement regarding her cancer diagnosis.
A spokesman 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. 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.”
In a poignant televised statement broadcast on Friday evening, the Princess of Wales confirmed her cancer diagnosis at the age of 42.