Kate, who has rarely been photographed in public since her hospitalization, recorded her message was posted amid growing speculation and conspiracy theories about her health and whereabouts. The speculation was fueled further after major news and photo agencies removed from their databases an official, edited pic of her and her kids, released by Kensington Palace, noting that it did not meet their editorial standards. Following the outcry, Kate issued a rare statement as she continued her recovery.
“Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing,” she said in a statement shared by the Palace. “I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused.”
In its January announcement about Kate’s surgery, the Palace said that the princess was “unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter.” In her recent video message, she said, “I look forward to being back when I am able, but for now, I must focus on making a full recovery.”
Read messages of support for Kate relayed by celebs and officials below: