This is wonderful news!
Princess Catherine announced on Monday that she has completed chemotherapy and is currently “cancer free”! After nine months of grueling treatment, Kate Middleton is on the mend. She shared the exciting update in a heartfelt video montage on social media featuring loving moments with her husband Prince William and their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, and other family members as they enjoyed summer activities like time on the beach, walks in the woods, and playing card games.
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Opening up about all she has been through this year, Kate said in a voice-over:
“As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment. The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown. The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you. With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.”
She went on to emphasize how much this health crisis has impacted her relationship with the future king, adding:
“This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.”
Such a great reminder!
While the 42-year-old has reached an important milestone in her recovery process — and even revealed she is “cancer free” — she is not out of the woods yet. The Princess of Wales emotionally expressed:
“Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.”
So important for her to put herself and her health first right now! That being said, she will return to royal duties now that her treatment is behind her, she noted:
“I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can. Despite all that has gone before I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.”
On behalf of her family, the beloved royal also thanked fans for their kindness and support throughout this challenging time, concluding:
“William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling. To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey — I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light so let that light shine bright.”
Whoa. So beautifully said – and the statement is that much more powerful as you hear her share these words alongside happy family moments with her loved ones. Watch the full thing (below).
Is anyone else crying?? Kate and her entire family have been through so much this year! What a joy and relief it is to see them all having a good time together. Phew!
As Perezcious readers know, after months of conspiracy theories, Kate announced her cancer diagnosis in March, sharing that she went in for a “planned abdominal surgery” at the start of the year for a condition doctors thought was “noncancerous” but ultimately turned out to be an undisclosed form of cancer. She quickly began “a course of preventative chemotherapy” and was taking a break from the spotlight to heal and prioritize her family.
This was all unfolding amid King Charles III‘s cancer treatment as well, so it’s been a difficult time for this family! We wish Kate nothing but the best as she works to stay cancer-free!
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