The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, has once again pulled out of a major event, adding fuel to rumors surrounding her disappearance from public view.
Speculation about her whereabouts has intensified as reports suggest she is recovering from abdominal surgery.
The latest event from which Kate has been absent is the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, where it is customary for her, as the Colonel of the Irish Guards, to distribute shamrocks to Officers and Warrant Officers.
In her absence, Lady Ghika will fulfill this role, stepping in on behalf of the future Queen, as announced by the Ministry of Defence.
Kate Middleton’s absence from public appearances has been notable since her Christmas outing last year. Following reports in January that she underwent abdominal surgery, she was discharged from the hospital and has been recuperating at her home in Windsor.
Despite Kensington Palace announcing that she will not return until Easter, rumors about her health, including unfounded claims of her being in a coma, continue to circulate online.
Adding to the speculation, controversy arose over a photograph released by the Palace on Mother’s Day, showing Kate surrounded by her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
Several news agencies raised concerns about the authenticity of the photo, suggesting it may have been AI-generated due to inconsistencies.
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In response, Kate Middleton issued an apology, admitting to “experimenting with editing” like many “amateur photographers.”
As the rumors swirl and the Princess remains out of the public eye, concerns about her health and the authenticity of official communications from the Palace continue to raise questions among royal watchers and the public alike.
