Rumors about King Charles’ health have been swirling, with speculation suggesting his cancer diagnosis is more severe than publicly acknowledged. According to InTouch, some reports claim the monarch has been given just two years to live, and his condition is “eating him alive.” While the palace has issued statements to counter these claims, recent updates continue to unsettle the public.
In May, the 75-year-old King revealed a personal health struggle while speaking with British Army veteran Aaron Mapplebeck at the Army Flying Museum in Hampshire. “Mr. Mapplebeck said he underwent chemotherapy last year for testicular cancer and lost his sense of taste – to which the King revealed this had also happened to him,” reported The Daily Mail. Despite this revelation, Buckingham Palace has not confirmed any specific details about King Charles’ treatment plan or the type of cancer he is battling, only stating that things are progressing.
Previous reports have painted a dire picture of the King’s condition. “He’s very frail. The situation is desperate,” an anonymous source told InTouch Weekly. The source also highlighted Prince William’s distractions, including issues with his wife Kate’s health and their marriage, as well as his ongoing tensions with Harry and Meghan. Rumors about Prince William’s marriage arose before Kate Middleton’s own cancer diagnosis, which was revealed shortly after King Charles’ diagnosis.
Despite these challenges, King Charles is striving to fulfill his royal duties. In June, he delivered a poignant speech commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Invasion but had to miss an event with President Joe Biden at Omaha Beach in Normandy. On July 6, he participated in Edinburgh’s celebration marking the 900th anniversary of the city’s founding.
InTouch reports that King Charles’ diagnosis is an “open secret” among Buckingham Palace staff. “Many courtiers believe Charles’ cancer is worse than they’re making it out to be,” the source said. “Even before the diagnosis, there were concerns about his health.”
Buckingham Palace confirmed King Charles’ cancer diagnosis in February, announcing that he would undergo regular treatments and reduce his public duties temporarily. “Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual,” the palace stated.
The King’s ongoing efforts to maintain his responsibilities amid his health battle have garnered admiration and concern. As the public continues to speculate and worry about his condition, King Charles’ resilience remains a focal point of his reign.