In a notable departure from the ongoing media speculation surrounding Princess Kate’s recent public appearance, Buckingham Palace has broken its silence by releasing its first statement since the viral photos surfaced on Monday. However, the statement does not address the clamor surrounding Kate’s outing with her mother, Carole Middleton.
The royal family’s social media accounts opted to highlight Duke of Kent Prince Edward’s latest engagement instead. Photos and details of his attendance at a service of thanksgiving to mark the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s 200th anniversary at Westminster Abbey were shared, showcasing his commitment to various royal duties and engagements.
The caption accompanying the photos reads: “The Duke of Kent has attended a special Service of Thanksgiving at @WAbbey, as the @RNLI celebrates 200 years of saving lives at sea. Since being founded in 1824, the charity’s crews and lifeguards have saved nearly 150,000 lives.”
This move by the palace comes in stark contrast to the demands from fans for a statement addressing Princess Kate’s appearance and the viral photos that accompanied it.
Despite the widespread sharing of images depicting Kate alongside her mother, neither Kensington Palace nor any other official royal social media accounts have confirmed the outing or provided any commentary on the matter.
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The timing of the palace’s statement, following the media frenzy surrounding Princess Kate’s appearance, raises questions about the royal family’s approach to addressing public interest and speculation.
As the discussion continues to unfold, attention remains focused on the palace’s response to the circulating images and the ongoing inquiries from fans and media alike.
