Queen Camilla has publicly stood firmly beside King Charles as he shared an important update about his health. However behind palace doors a quieter disagreement has reportedly been unfolding between the royal couple.
On Friday King Charles addressed the nation with a message designed to uplift spirits and reassure the public. The monarch described what he called good news about his ongoing cancer treatment.
King Charles revealed that the frequency of his treatment could now be reduced. He praised his medical team warmly referring to them as a remarkable community of care that supported him throughout his health journey.
Buckingham Palace later shared that the King was deeply pleased by the overwhelmingly positive public response. Messages of support poured in from across the United Kingdom and the wider Commonwealth.
Despite the hopeful tone a report by The Sunday Times suggests Queen Camilla initially had reservations. According to sources she preferred that the diagnosis remain private so the King could be treated quietly and without added pressure.
The report claims Camilla believed privacy would allow Charles to focus fully on recovery. Her concern was said to stem from worry rather than disagreement with transparency itself.
The update on King Charles cancer treatment comes nearly two years after his diagnosis. Buckingham Palace officially confirmed the illness in February 2024 sending shockwaves across the world.
At the time the decision to go public was viewed as bold and unprecedented. Many royal watchers speculated about how such openness would affect the monarchy and the King himself.
However time appears to have shifted Queen Camilla perspective. A source cited by The Sunday Times stated that both Charles and Camilla now believe openness has been hugely positive.
The source added that the couple now unequivocally feel sharing the journey strengthened public connection. It allowed people to better understand the human side of the monarch.
This is not the first time reports have surfaced suggesting Camilla quietly questioned her husband approach. Her concern has often centered on Charles workload and commitment to royal duties.
Several reports previously claimed the Queen Consort worried about the King refusal to slow down. Even during treatment Charles continued to attend engagements and maintain a demanding schedule.
Camilla is said to have remarked that his recovery would be quicker if he behaved himself. The comment reportedly referred to his tendency to push through fatigue rather than rest.
Royal insiders say the difference in views reflects their personalities rather than conflict. King Charles is known for his sense of duty while Queen Camilla is fiercely protective of his wellbeing.
As the monarch continues treatment with reduced frequency the royal couple appear united in public. Yet behind the scenes their shared journey reveals a balance between transparency responsibility and concern.
