Users Say King Charles Did Not ‘Look Well’ before Cancer News – Glimpse into His Recent Years
Users Say King Charles Did Not ‘Look Well’ before Cancer News – Glimpse into His Recent Years
- King Charles III’s recent cancer diagnosis prompts worries among fans about his appearance.
- Despite health challenges, he continues fulfilling royal duties.
- Prince Harry traveled to see him amid minimal past communication, as the public wishes for his recovery.
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, visits Humble by Nature Farm in Monmouth, Wales, on July 9, 2015. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III has faced a myriad of health issues recently. After his recent health procedure for an enlarged prostate, Buckingham Palace has confirmed that His Majesty is now facing a new health challenge. Per the announcement shared on The Royal Family’s official Instagram, doctors discovered another issue of concern.
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, at a Service of Thanksgiving to mark the 70th Anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey in London, England, on May 10, 2015. | Source: Getty Images
The doctors ran tests, which confirmed that King Charles had a form of cancer. His Majesty has now commenced treatments and has been advised by doctors to postpone public-engaging roles. Despite this, he will continue with state affairs and official paperwork.
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, visits the new Emergency Service Station at Barnard Castle in Durham, England on February 15, 2018. | Source: Getty Images
Per the statement, the King thanked his medical team for their quick initiatives and has remained optimistic about his treatment. He aims to resume full public duty soon. Before making his cancer diagnosis public, King Charles had made personal contact and told Prince William, Prince Harry, and other family members.
His Majesty chose to disclose his diagnosis to the public to prevent speculation, and he hopes to contribute to the general understanding of cancer’s impact worldwide. Here is a glimpse into King Charles’s recent years after Queen Elizabeth II’s death.
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, undertakes a series of Investitures during a ceremony at the Recreational Leaf Hut in Honiara, Guadalcanal Island, Solomon Islands, on November 24, 2019. | Source: Getty Images
1. King Charles’s Appearance after Cancer Diagnosis Announcement
King Charles and Queen Camilla appeared in good spirits during a walk in Sandringham, England, following his cancer diagnosis on February 4, 2024. The couple were spotted on their way to the Church of St. Mary Magdalene Sunday service. Charles smiled and waved to cameras hours before Buckingham Palace revealed his diagnosis.
King Charles III attends the Sunday service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England, on February 4, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III and Queen Camilla, accompanied by The Reverend Canon Dr Paul Williams, attend the Sunday service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England on February 4, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III and Queen Camilla attend the Sunday service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England, on February 4, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III and Queen Camilla, accompanied by The Reverend Canon Dr Paul Williams, attend the Sunday service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England on February 4, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
2. King Charles’s Appearance after Prostate Surgery
After surgery for benign prostate enlargement and spending three nights at the London Clinic, King Charles was seen leaving the hospital with Queen Camilla. He waved to onlookers as they walked to their car, with the King leaning on it for support.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla leave The London Clinic in London, England, on January 29, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III leaves The London Clinic in London, England, on January 29, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
During the King’s latest appearances, fans commented that he had “lost a lot of weight.” Other fans asked why “The King’s hands look really sore.” Another fan said they saw His Majesty before Christmas in 2023 and remarked, “he doesn’t look well to fellow guests. I actually thought he looked quite sad.”
King Charles III leaves The London Clinic in London, England, on January 29, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
Other fans wrote the King “looks very frail.” “Prayers! He didn’t look well in these last months,” a fan concurred. Another fan speculated that the King had cancer for a while, noting his appearance during his ascension and coronation, but the diagnosis has only now been revealed.
King Charles III leaves The London Clinic in London, England, on January 29, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
3. King Charles before Prostate Surgery
On January 7, 2024, the King attended the Sunday service at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene on the Sandringham estate in Sandringham, England. While on his way, he engaged warmly with members of the public.
King Charles III attends the Sunday service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England, on January 7, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III engages with the public as he attends the Sunday service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England, on January 7, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
4. King’s Charles’s on New Year’s Eve in 2023
On December 31, 2023, Queen Camilla and King Charles attended the New Year’s Eve Mattins service at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England. They joyously greeted the public and were welcomed by the church officials.
Queen Camilla and King Charles III are greeted by The Right Reverend Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, and The Reverend Canon Dr. Paul Williams, as they attend service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England on December 31, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
Queen Camilla and King Charles III attend service at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, England, on December 31, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
5. King Charles on Christmas Day in 2023
King Charles, Princess Charlotte of Wales, Prince George of Wales, Prince William, Prince Louis of Wales, and Queen Camilla participated in the Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Church on December 25, 2023. The King and his wife appeared well as they walked towards the church and engaged with parishioners.
King Charles II attends the Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Church in Sandringham, Norfolk, on December 25, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
Princess Charlotte of Wales, Prince George of Wales, King Charles III, Prince William, Prince of Wales, Prince Louis of Wales, and Queen Camilla attend the Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Church in Sandringham, Norfolk, on December 25, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III and Queen Camilla leave after the Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Church in Sandringham, Norfolk, on December 25, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III leaves after the Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Church in Sandringham, Norfolk, on December 25, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III leaves after the Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Church in Sandringham, Norfolk, on December 25, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
6. King Charles on Royal Engagement
On December 13, 2023, at Buckingham Palace in London, General Cheikh Wade, the Ambassador of Senegal, graced His Majesty with a private audience. The King seemed well as he participated in the roral engagement.
The Ambassador of Senegal, General Cheikh Wade, presents his credentials to King Charles III during a private audience at Buckingham Palace in London on December 13, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
7. King Charles at the Festive “Celebration of Craft” Reception
The King attended the festive-themed “Celebration of Craft” at Highgrove House on December 8, 2023, in Tetbury, England. The event showcased the work of The King’s Foundation’s Craft programs. His Majesty also interacted with graduates and tutors.
King Charles III at the festive-themed “Celebration of Craft” at Highgrove House in Tetbury, England, on December 8, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
8. King Charles during the 2023 Christmas Season
King Charles III looked sharp in a blue suit and stood strong and stable during his 2023 Christmas message recording on December 7 at Buckingham Palace, London.
King Charles III poses during the recording of his Christmas message at Buckingham Palace, London, on December 7, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
9. King Charles at a Royal Engagement
On December 5, 2023, Queen Camilla, King Charles, Prince William, and Princess Catherine looked jubilant as they were photographed before The Diplomatic Reception in the 1844 Room at Buckingham Palace in London, England.
Queen Camilla, King Charles III, Prince William, Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, pose for a photograph ahead of The Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace in London, England on December 05, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
10. King Charles Undertaking a Royal Engagement Overseas
His Majesty was in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on November 30, 2023, as part of his visit to attend COP28, the United Nations’ Climate Change Conference. He was seen smiling and interacting with other dignitaries at the Commonwealth and Nature reception and the Heriot-Watt University to open the Dubai campus formally.
King Charles III during a visit at the Heriot-Watt University to formally open the Dubai campus during COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on November 30, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III is seen at the Commonwealth and Nature reception during COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on November 30, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III poses with The Baroness Scotland of Asthal Patricia Scotland (L), Joênia Wapixana (R), and other representatives at the Commonwealth and Nature reception during COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on November 30, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
11. King Charles during His Coronation
The King and Queen Camilla were photographed looking jovial and waving to the crowd during and after their Coronation service on May 6, 2023. The two members of the Royal Family were also spotted as they went to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace before their coronation.
King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort, on their way to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace in London, England on May 6, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III during his and Queen Camilla’s Coronation in London, England, on May 6, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III after his Coronation in London, England, on May 6, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III waves after his Coronation in London, England, on May 6, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III and Queen Camilla after their Coronation in London, England on May 6, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III waves during his Coronation in London, England, on May 6, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
12. King Charles after Queen Elizabeth II’s Death
King Charles and members of the royal family walked after the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey during the queen’s State Funeral. The King appeared somber and was also seen leaving after the funeral service ended on September 19, 2022.
King Charles III and members of the royal family follow behind the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II as it is carried out of Westminster Abbey after her State Funeral in London, England, on September 19, 2022. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III leaves after the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in London, England, on September 19, 2022. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles walks as the procession with the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II arrives at Westminster Hall from Buckingham Palace for her lying in state in London on September 14, 2022. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III follows a Bearer Party of The Queen’s Company, 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, carrying the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II outside Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022. | Source: Getty Images
13. King Charles’s Appearance in 2021
The King was spotted on royal engagements in 2021 as he interacted with the public. He was also photographed with Queen Elizabeth in the garden of Frogmore House. King Charles and Queen Camilla looked happy and smiled as they walked past a village.
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, visits Glasgow Central Station to view two alternative fuels, green trains, as part of Network Rail’s “Green Trains @ COP26” event in Glasgow, Scotland on November 5, 2021. | Source: Getty Images
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, smile as they visit local shops and businesses during a short walk through the village in Ballater, Scotland, on August 31, 2021. | Source: Getty Images
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, pose for a portrait in the garden of Frogmore House in Windsor, England on March 23, 2021. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles is now undergoing treatment for his cancer diagnosis. His son, Prince Harry, has made travel arrangements to see the King and will arrive on the evening of February 6, 2024. Before this visit, the father and son reportedly had minimal communication for years.
Prince Harry and Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, arrive to attend the “International Year of The Reef” meeting at Fishmongers Hall in London, England on February 14, 2018. | Source: Getty Images
King Charles III and Queen Camilla leave The London Clinic in London, England, on January 29, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
The painful news of King Charles’ diagnosis has forced family members to reunite during this challenging time. The public has also sent messages wishing the King a full recovery and praying for him. His Majesty is optimistic that he will soon get his card of good health.
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