Kate Middleton was seen yesterday, just hours after the controversial photo incident that left royal fans puzzled around the world. In case you’re not aware, a photo of the Princess of Wales, released by the Palace, started circulating on Sunday to celebrate Mother’s Day in the UK. However, it was soon taken down by major photo agencies, such as Getty Images and the Associated Press, as they suspected it had been manipulated.
This incident only added to the speculation about Kate’s well-being since her hospitalization for a planned abdominal procedure in January. Updates on her condition have been scarce, leading many to wonder if everything is as it seems. With so many conspiracy theories floating around, it’s not surprising that the confusion surrounding the Mother’s Day picture caused such a commotion.
The Associated Press stated, “Upon closer inspection, it appears that the source has manipulated the image. No replacement image will be sent. Please remove it from all platforms, including social, where it may still be visible.”
To add another twist to the drama, Kate herself issued an apology over the photo, admitting to editing it. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Duchess of Cornwall explained that she occasionally experiments with editing, like many amateur photographers. She expressed her apologies for any confusion caused by the family photograph they shared and ended with well wishes for Mother’s Day.
Despite Kate’s apology, many online still believe that there is something significant being concealed from the public. After all, she hadn’t been seen for 70 days until a blurry image was published by TMZ last week. Moreover, no details about her January surgery have been made readily available.
That’s why a reported sighting of Kate yesterday is even more intriguing. According to Fox News, she was photographed alongside Prince William in the back of a vehicle, just hours after she apologized for the photo editing controversy. Reports suggest that she was heading to a private appointment, while William later joined Queen Camilla and other members of the Royal Family at the Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration at Westminster Abbey. Queen Camilla and Prince William led the royal procession, while King Charles, currently battling cancer, was not in attendance.
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