It has been disclosed that Kate Middleton was not prepared to share her heartbreaking cancer diagnosis with the public; rather, she was pressured, coerced, and manipulated into doing so.

In a video captured by a BBC crew, the future Queen of England opened up about her illness while addressing the world.

According to The Daily Mail, Kate Middleton was reluctant to become vulnerable and reveal her condition in the video.

However, it appears that the breach at the London clinic, where nurses tried to access her medical records, or the loose lips of her closest confidants, leaked the cancer story to the media. Kensington Palace was approached by multiple journalists who were informed of Princess Kate’s health struggles and were ready to publish exposés on the distressing situation.

Why did Kate feel cornered enough to reveal her medical condition?

Upon being contacted by journalists seeking comment or denial of the story, Prince William and Kate Middleton’s team decided to take proactive action.

“The Duchess’s video announcement detailing her cancer treatment was hurriedly released by Kensington Palace aides after her diagnosis was leaked,” a Daily Mail report read.

“A well-informed source has disclosed that the timing of the video was not due to the speculation surrounding her absence from Easter morning church service, but rather because someone had knowledge of her health status.

“Kensington Palace was informed about Kate’s diagnosis, leaving them with no choice but to rush to preempt the story. It is unclear whether the leak originated from The London Clinic, where the Duchess underwent abdominal surgery in January, or elsewhere.”

Kate Middleton, feeling unprepared, apprehensive, and uneasy, was compelled to confront one of her greatest fears: publicly discussing an extremely personal matter.

“She is naturally reserved, and it was a significant challenge for her. When she concluded with ‘You are not alone,’ it echoed something akin to what Queen Elizabeth might have said,” the report stated.

“It was reminiscent of Queen Elizabeth II’s message during COVID-19 when she said, ‘We are all in this together.’ She was mindful that almost everyone reading or watching would know someone affected by cancer. She was considerate of that.”

The journalist and biographer further explained.

“It was a method of reassuring people not only about her own condition but also of instilling courage in them. There was no hint of self-pity. She projected sincerity. It struck the right balance.”