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The entire globe is ablaze with curiosity: Where on Earth is Kate Middleton? Ever since the somewhat vague announcement of her planned abdominal surgery, speculation about her whereabouts has erupted into a frenzy online. The adored Princess of Wales was last spotted during the annual Christmas Day walk to church in 2023, joined by her husband Prince William, and their three children.
On January 16, 2024, Kensington Palace revealed that Catherine (Kate) underwent surgery at The London Clinic. “The surgery was successful, and it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery,” the statement assured. “Based on the current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter [31st March].” However, despite reports of her recovering at home, the absence of any photographs of her leaving the hospital or privately taken images has piqued interest.
Speculation intensified when the palace announced Prince William’s withdrawal from giving a reading at a Service of Thanksgiving for King Constantine of Greece, citing an unspecified “personal matter” linked to Kate’s situation. Nonetheless, aides have remained tight-lipped about Kate’s diagnosis, fueling the rumour mill.
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Tabloid headlines and royal pundits have only added to the intrigue, with some coverage veering close to breaching media ethics, further stoking the flames. Spanish journalist Calleja made sensational claims on her TV show, asserting she had “spoken to an aide from the Royal Household in a completely off-the-record manner” and Kate’s life “was in great danger.” But that just wasn’t it. She added, “The doctors had to take drastic decisions at that moment because of the complications that arose,” according to U.K. broadsheet The Times.
However, Kate’s team swiftly debunked the claim as “ludicrous” and not vetted by Kensington Palace.
Since then, social media has become a breeding ground for outlandish theories, with some humorously speculating Kate’s whereabouts.
“I’m thoroughly enjoying all the Kate Middleton conspiracy theories. I have no interest in the royals but the story about her recovering from donating a kidney to Charles in exchange for becoming queen one day is sending me,” remarked one commentator on ‘X’.
I’m thoroughly enjoying all the Kate Middleton conspiracy theories. I have no interest in the royals but the story about her recovering from donating a kidney to Charles in exchange for becoming queen one day is sending me.— Morello (@Swazi_Cheri) February 27, 2024
“I have fallen down the Where is Kate Middleton rabbit hole and I need someone to come take me out immediately. It’s wild down here,” another one added while the third quipped, “Can the swifties who spend all their time hunting for easter eggs that aren’t there with the fervor of jake gyllenhaal hunting the zodiac killer do something useful for once and figure out where kate middleton is.”
I have fallen down the Where is Kate Middleton rabbit hole and I need someone to come take me out immediately. It’s wild down here.— Madiha (@MadihaBlob) February 27, 2024
can the swifties who spend all their time hunting for easter eggs that aren’t there with the fervor of jake gyllenhaal hunting the zodiac killer do something useful for once and figure out where kate middleton is— kathleen (@holdenfordfocus) February 28, 2024
And let’s not forget the memes…
husband: how was your dayme showing him the Twitter research I’ve done on Kate Middleton’s whereabouts since December of last year pic.twitter.com/WXphrsc96x
— T (@trinawatters) February 27, 2024
Everyone arriving on Twitter to discuss their kate middleton missing theories. pic.twitter.com/ajsLIYVAeu— MK200034 (@MN456782) February 28, 2024
Waiting for my wife to hurry up and get home so I can tell her about my Kate Middleton conspiracy theories pic.twitter.com/5k4RVt91u5— KP (@jtboiN7) February 28, 2024
Kate Middleton relaxing with her jewels in the castle reading everyone’s tweets about how she’s missing: pic.twitter.com/38Nm29MQaF— frankie gabagool (@beantownthot) February 28, 2024
And whether this frenzy adds a dash of excitement to the mystery or simply stirs the pot further, it’s worth noting that Kensington Palace has remained steadfast in its commitment to guarding Kate’s privacy from the get-go regarding her surgery, consistently asserting their stance against providing a play-by-play commentary.
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After all, every good mystery needs a touch of intrigue to keep things lively!
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