King Charles has given a rare personal update on his cancer, more than 18 months after first revealing his diagnosis.

The 76-year-old monarch originally shared the news in February 2024, when Buckingham Palace confirmed that doctors had identified a form of cancer during treatment for a benign prostate condition. At the time, the palace described it as a “separate issue of concern,” discovered after routine tests.

Since then, the King has continued to fulfill public duties with a characteristically stoic demeanor, while undergoing ongoing treatment. But updates on his health have remained limited, leaving many royal watchers concerned.

The royal family faced a second shock just weeks later, when the Princess of Wales also revealed her own can.cer diagnosis following major abdominal surgery. Kate, now in remission after preventative treatment, has spoken openly about the emotional challenges of recovery. On a recent visit to an Essex hospital garden, she admitted:

“You put on a sort of brave face through treatment. But actually, the phase afterwards is really, really difficult… you’re not under the clinical team any longer, but you’re not able to function normally at home as you perhaps once used to.”

A Brief Public Admission

During a walkabout in Suffolk last week, King Charles offered a rare glimpse into his own condition when asked by a member of the public about his health.