During a recent public appearance, Prince William provided an update on Kate Middleton’s courageous battle against cancer. The Princess of Wales was notably absent but her presence was felt as William addressed the challenges and triumphs they’ve faced. He spoke emotionally about Kate Middleton’s Cancer Battle during the D-Day commemorations in Portsmouth, attended alongside Queen Camilla and King Charles.
Royal Family Honors D-Day Veterans
The Royal Family participated in the 80th anniversary of D-Day, joining well-known British lawmakers and military veterans. King Charles delivered a heartfelt address, followed by Prince William. The royals engaged with veterans, listening to their wartime memories. One touching moment captured William speaking with a veteran who inquired about Kate’s health.
William Opens Up About Kate’s Absence
The veteran asked William, “I was going to ask you if your wife was getting any better?” Prince William responded, “Yes… she would have loved to have been here today.” He added, “I was reminding everybody, her grandmother served at Bletchley so she would have had quite a bit in common with a few of the other ladies here who served at Bletchley but never spoke about it until the very end.” Despite her family connection, Kate missed the ceremony due to ongoing preventative chemotherapy treatments. Reports indicate she may remain absent from public events for the rest of the year, potentially working from home. Kate’s paternal grandmother, Valerie Glassborow, worked at the Second World War codebreaking center, a place the princess visited in 2014 to connect with her family history.
Emotional Moments for Queen Camilla and King Charles
The update on Kate Middleton’s Cancer Battle followed an emotional moment during the event when Charles and Camilla appeared moved by a veteran’s story. Eric Bateman, a retired Navy officer, shared his memories of landing on Utah Beach during World War II. He recounted the bravery required to jump from their vessels after crossing the Channel. Bateman poignantly remembered, “So many men and women, including my dear friend Fred, joined up with me but unfortunately never made it.” His story brought both Charles and Camilla to tears.
