Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have conveyed their good wishes to Kate, the Princess of Wales, as she battles cancer. The couple expressed their desire for Kate’s “health and healing” and emphasized the need for her family’s privacy during this difficult time. Kate has begun preventative chemotherapy and remains optimistic about her recovery, stating she is “well and getting stronger every day.”

The news of Kate’s illness prompted Prince Harry to travel from the US to the UK to support her, despite ongoing tensions within the royal family. It is reported that Harry and his brother, Prince William, now the Prince of Wales following their father’s ascension to the throne as King Charles, have not reconciled. The brothers have been estranged, with Prince William reportedly having had no contact with Harry for some time.

Harry and Meghan, who stepped back from their roles as working royals in 2020, have previously spoken out about their grievances with the monarchy, including allegations of racism and mistreatment. However, they continue to communicate with King Charles while their relationship with the rest of the family remains complicated.

Against the background of Prince Harry and Meghan’s efforts to mend their public image in the UK and ongoing concerns within the royal family, the support extended to Kate underscores moments of compassion and solidarity. Amidst the various challenges faced by the royal family, such gestures of support demonstrate personal connections that transcend public and private disagreements.