King Charles shares emotional new video to mark World Cancer Day as royal fans gush over 'beautiful' message
The king announced his diagnosis last yearKing Charles has shared an emotional new video to mark World Cancer Day, which is on February 4.
The monarch, 76, has been battling cancer since the beginning of last year.
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King Charles shares emotional video to mark World Cancer Day
In a new video, a range of celebrities who have battled, or are battling, cancer shared their support for those currently fighting or being affected by the disease.
Amongst the celebrities were Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden, Radio 1 DJ Adele Roberts, Olympian Sir Chris Hoy, and Gold Medallist diver Tom Daley.
In the video, celebs expressed their support and spoke of their own experiences with the disease. The video also featured appearances from some of those in charge of the charitable organisations dedicated to tackling cancer.
“We’re all in this together. You’re not alone. Keep living life every single day. Keep smiling. And don’t forget to enjoy the here and the now,” Sir Chris, who has terminal prostate cancer, says.
“I’m sending so much love, strength, and thoughts to those affected by cancer,” Amy Dowden, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023 and underwent a mastectomy, says.
“I remember after I was diagnosed, a nurse telling me to stop holding it all in. If I needed to have a good cry, to let it out,” she then continued.
World Cancer Day message from royal family
The video was shared on the official royal family Instagram account for its 13.2 million followers to see.
A heartfelt caption was also posted alongside the video.
“This World Cancer Day, we are sending love to all those navigating a cancer diagnosis – as well as the incredible doctors, nurses, charities, and families who work tirelessly to support them,” the caption reads.
“If you are in need of support, consider getting in touch with…” it then continues, before listing a range of cancer charities, including Macmillan Cancer Support, Maggie’s Centres, and Cancer Research UK.
We are sending love to all those navigating a cancer diagnosis.
Royal fans flooded the comment section with support and love.
“A beautiful message thank you for this,” one royal fan commented.
“This is such a nice video,” another said.
“What an uplifting message. Thank you,” a third wrote.
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Princess Kate shares unseen photo taken by Prince Louis for World Cancer Day
The king wasn’t the only royal to send a message for World Cancer Day.
Yesterday (Monday, February 3) saw Princess Kate share a new snap and a heartfelt message on Instagram.
The 43-year-old shared two photos. In the first, she can be seen with her arms outstretched atop some tree trunks while on a walk in the woods. The second snap is of some leaves with a message on them.
The message reads: “Don’t forget to nurture all that which lies beyond the disease. C.”
She also revealed that the photo was taken by her youngest son, Prince Louis!
“I can’t believe that this photo was taken by Louis, that’s so sweet,” one royal fan commented.
“What a sweet picture and powerful message! Well done, Louis, you definitely have your mama’s photography skills,” another gushed.
King Charles predicted to have a ‘quiet month’
In other royal news this week, the monarch is set for a “quiet month”, according to a celebrity psychic and astrologer.
Speaking to JeffBet, psychic Inbaal Honigman said: “The Stillness card suggests that the king has a quiet month following the changes he’s due to make, and it should be peaceful, but he feels like he wants to keep busy again.
“As the king’s royal duties change, he’ll start looking for something new to do, and could be seen pursuing a new hobby.”
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