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Royal Family cancer battles ‘like a rug pulled from under your feet’, William says

King Charles opens up about ‘daunting and frightening’ experience of cancer in personal message
  • Prince William reflected on the royal family's recent cancer diagnoses, describing the experience as akin to having the 'rug' pulled from under one's feet.
  • He noted the family's previous good health and longevity, with grandparents living into their 90s, which fostered a belief that 'it won’t happen to us'.
  • The comments were made during an appearance on Eugene Levy’s Apple TV+ series, The Reluctant Traveller, where William also gave Levy a tour of Windsor Castle.
  • Both the Princess of Wales and the King announced their cancer diagnoses early in 2024, leading to widespread concern.
  • The article states the Princess of Wales confirmed she was in remission in January, while King Charles continues to receive treatment and maintain official duties.
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