A spokesman for the couple said: “The Prince and Princess have been deeply touched by the kind messages people have sent here in the UK, across the Commonwealth and around the world, in response to Her Royal Highness’s letter.” “They have been deeply touched by the warmth and support and are grateful for their understanding of their request for privacy at this time.”
Catherine, 42, is currently undergoing preventive chemotherapy. The disease came to light after an abdominal surgery scheduled for January. Kensington Palace did not announce the type of cancer he suffers from.
The Princess's video message can be watched below:
Prince William abruptly left a memorial service for Greek King Constantine last month because Princess Catherine had just heard she had cancer. Kensington Palace confirmed this to Reuters news agency.
William was also due to speak at his godfather's memorial service at Windsor Castle, but left unexpectedly due to a “personal matter”. There was no other explanation, although it was already known that his wife was recovering from abdominal surgery in January.
The princess said that through this operation, Catherine's illness was discovered. Her father-in-law, King Charles, is also being treated for a type of cancer.
