Since Kate Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis, many social media users have traded in their conspiracy theories for words of support. However, the video has not been free from criticism, with some individuals calling out Prince William for his absence. “Not only did they handle the whole thing in the dodgiest way imaginable with the whole ‘Kate is bad at Photoshop’ thing, now they are making her sit there and make an announcement alone. William can’t sit and hold her hand?” one user tweeted. Another person echoed similar sentiments before claiming that Middleton looked lonely. “If William had cancer/had to announce it to the world, they would’ve made Kate sit next to him while he announced it like they’ve made every politician’s wife stand next to their atrocious husbands while they announced their ridiculous actions,” they added.
Even though Prince William refrained from appearing in Middleton’s video, he reportedly hasn’t left his wife’s side throughout her recovery and treatment. According to the Daily Mail, the Prince of Wales’ absence from King Constantine of Greece’s February memorial was due to the Princess of Wales starting chemotherapy. A spokesperson for the couple also revealed to the news outlet that William will continue to be there for his wife, in addition to upholding his royal duties. “The Prince will continue to balance supporting his wife and family and maintaining his official duties as he has done since the start of the year,” they explained.
