The Truth About Rumors Kate Middleton Is Stepping Down From Royal Duties Amid Her Cancer Diagnosis

Is Kate Middleton stepping down from Royal Duties?

Kate Middleton is not stepping down from her royal duties. Kensington Palace has not released any information whether or not Kate Middleton will be stepping down from her royal duties.

The speculation comes from when the British Army website listed that Princess Kate will inspect soldiers during an engagement at the Horse Guards Parade in London on June 8. The website states “Trooping the Colour reviewed by Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales also includes 250 soldiers from the Foot Guards who will line the processional route along The Mall.” On St. Patrick’s Day in 2023, King Charles named the Princess of Wales as the honorary Colonel of the Irish Guards. However, a day later the website deleted the event.

Though people might think that Kate is shying away from her responsibilities, “Kate’s extremely keen to get back to work,” a source told Us Weekly. “This has been one of the most challenging months for Kate as a royal, and she’s praying the fuss dies down as soon as possible.”

The source continued, “Her mother has been a huge help”—even acting as Kate’s “personal chauffeur and has brought books and magazines for her to read during her convalescence.”

“A few of Kate’s senior staffers haven’t been able to see or speak to her, and they didn’t even know about the surgery until it was announced, so it’s caught them off guard,” the source claims to Us. Kate has just recently started to open up to members of her inner circle about the nature of her operation and recovery process. “Only a few people know what’s really going on, and they’re tight-lipped.”

What happened to Kate Middleton?

Kensington Palace announced that Kate Middleton had a “planned abdominal surgery” at The London Clinic on January 16, 2024. “The surgery was successful, and it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery,” the statement said.

“Based on the current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter.” She has been seen on multiple occasions—with her mother who was driving her to appointments, and in a car with Prince William.

On March 22, 2024, she revealed via video statement that she had been diagnosed with cancer. “In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London, and at the time it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous. The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation and cancer had been present My medical team, therefore, advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy. And I’m now in the early stages of that treatment.

“This, of course, came as a huge shock. William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family. As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment,” the statement continued.

“But most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George Charlotte, and Louis in a way that’s appropriate for them and to reassure them that I’m going to be okay. As I’ve said to them, I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal in my mind, body, and spirit.”

“Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance, too, as is the love support, and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us, both. We hope that you’ll understand that as a family, we now need some time space, and privacy while I complete my treatments.”

She concluded: “My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I’m able. But for now, I must focus on making a full recovery. At this time, I’m also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer, For everyone facing this disease in whatever form. Please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.”

Kate Middleton's photoshop incident

Kate Middleton’s photoshop incident occurred on Mother’s Day on March 11, 2024. The photo marks Kate Middleton‘s first photo since her abdominal surgery in January 2024. It features Kate in the middle while hugging and embracing her three kids, Prince George, Prince Louis, and Princess Charlotte. “Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months,” Kate Middleton wrote in the caption. “Wishing everyone a Happy Mother’s Day. C”

Many eagle-eyed fans saw the edits on the photo such as Prince Louis’ fingers and around Princess Charlotte’s dress. Kate Middleton issued an apology on social media for the mistakes. “Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C,” she wrote on X.

Newspapers like The Associated Press had recalled the picture due to the inconsistencies. AP said that “the source had manipulated the image in a way that did not meet AP’s photo standards. For instance, it contained an inconsistency in the alignment of Princess Charlotte’s left hand with the sleeve of her sweater.”

A source close to the Royal family assures that it was all a mistake and that the family had a great Mother’s Day together. The source told People that Kate wanted “minor adjustments” to the “amateur, family photograph taken by the Prince of Wales.”