Owen Jones & Blake Lively join throngs of conspiracy theorists apologising over ‘ghastly’ Kate jibes after cancer shock

OWEN Jones and Blake Lively have joined those apologising for peddling "ghastly" Princess Kate conspiracy theories after her shock cancer diagnosis.

The Princess of Wales, 42, revealed she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy last night in an emotional video message.

8

8

8

The announcement came following weeks of intense speculation and conspiracy theories on social media about the whereabouts and health of Kate.

Now, throngs of celebs and internet trolls who peddled bizarre speculation about Kate's whereabouts have rushed to apologise.

Owen Jones, a left-wing activist and journalist, wrote on X: "As someone who speculated on this without considering it could be a serious health condition, I'm very ashamed to be honest, and all the very best to her."

Actress Blake Lively also issued an apology after she mocked Kate's edited Mother's Day photo.

---

• Kate reveals she's being treated for cancer
• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wish Kate 'health and healing'
• Kate's family share childhood photo and break silence
• King Charles says he's 'so proud' of his daughter-in-law
• The Princess won't return to royal duties until she's cleared
• 'William is by my side' says Kate in shock cancer statement
• Kate's diagnosis 'was reason Will pulled out of service'
• Experts slam trolls who caused her more pain at a difficult time
• Harry and Meghan release a short statement following the news
• BBC News presenter Sophie Raworth praised for her handling of the news
• Royal expert says Harry and Meghan used diagnosis as an 'opportunity' to mend rift

---

"I'm sure no one cares today but I feel like I have to acknowledge this," she penned on her Instagram account.

"I made a silly post around the 'Photoshop fails' frenzy, and oh man, that post has me mortified today.

"I'm sorry. Sending love and well wishes to all, always."

Fans told the 36-year-old, who is married to Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds, that she should be "ashamed of herself".

Piers Morgan slammed those who spread conspiracy theories about her wellbeing.

He tweeted: "People on here shrieking 'LEAVE KATE ALONE!' when they have spent the past few weeks spewing insane conspiracy theories about her is beyond parody.

"Shut up, you shameless hypocrites."

Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told Sky News: "I hope those social media trolls who are peddling such ghastly theories will realise what they have done.

"Her absolute priority will be those three children."

Rumours online about Kate intensified after William missed, at very short notice, the memorial service of his godfather the late King Constantine of Greece on February 27.

It is now understood the prince's decision not to attend was related to his wife's condition, but it is not known when the princess was told about the positive test for cancer.

Further speculation was triggered after the princess admitted to "editing" her official Mother's Day photograph which had irregularities.

A further development saw an investigation launched by the UK's privacy watchdog, the Information Commissioner's Office, into allegations there were attempts to access Kate's private medical records at the London Clinic where she had her surgery.

Her diagnosis is the second cancer shock to hit the royal family in as many months after King Charles revealed he was also undergoing treatment.

Buckingham Palace said in a statement that the King was "so proud" of Kate for "speaking as she did" and remains in the "closest contact with his beloved daughter-in-law".

Kate said the family now needs "time, space and privacy" while she completes her treatment.

Speaking in the video message recorded on Wednesday in Windsor, Kate said: "In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous.

"The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present.

"My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that treatment.

"This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family. As you can imagine, this has taken time."

Kate, who was casually dressed in the video and sitting on a bench, added: "It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment.

"But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be OK.

"As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits."

8

8

8

8

8