Royal matriarch Kate Middleton opens up about her private battle with cancer, shocking fans and fellow celebrities alike.
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Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, revealed she was diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer in 2022, a secret she kept from the public until this candid Christmas carol service appearance.
Insiders say the diagnosis hit the royal family hard, with Prince William reportedly taking a leave of absence from royal duties to support his wife through her treatment, which included a mastectomy and intensive chemotherapy.