King Charles has broken his silence regarding the recent photo controversy surrounding Princess Kate Middleton, revealing that he is not overly concerned about the situation.
The controversy began when Kensington Palace was caught in turmoil after Princess Kate publicly apologized for digitally altering a family photograph released to celebrate Mother's Day. The image depicted Kate embracing her three children at their Windsor home. In her apology, the future queen acknowledged the "confusion" caused by the alterations, leading major photo agencies to remove the picture from their extensive libraries.
The incident has fueled widespread speculation about Kate's prolonged absence from public life, which was initially attributed to her recovery from a planned abdominal surgery at the London Clinic in mid-January.
Despite the ongoing scrutiny and rumors, a source from Buckingham Palace revealed to Bazaar that King Charles, who is currently undergoing cancer treatment, is being kept informed about the developments but remains relatively unfazed by the situation. The source indicated that Charles "isn't too concerned" about the controversy.
However, not everyone within the palace shares the king's calm demeanor. Another insider expressed disbelief at Kensington Palace's oversight, questioning why the photo was not thoroughly reviewed before its release to the public.
On the personal front, Kate appears to be handling the situation with resilience. According to a source, she has ventured out from the Waleses' Windsor residence multiple times over the past two weeks and was described as "smiling, upbeat, and enjoying being out" during one recent outing.
The source further emphasized Kate's ability to remain unaffected by online chatter and media speculation, stating, "She tends not to pay attention to online chatter or even the press." The insider added a reminder that Kate's intention behind altering the photo was merely to present her family in the best possible light, particularly given the scrutiny they often face. "She was protecting her children," the source concluded.
