A troubling update has emerged about King Charles’ ongoing struggle with can.cer, nearly a year and a half since his diagnosis was first made public.
In an unusual move for the royal family, Charles announced his illness in February last year, breaking with the long-standing tradition of maintaining strict privacy around royal health matters.
However, details about the type and stage of his can.cer remain undisclosed, and there’s little indication that the palace plans to reveal more anytime soon.
Official statements from Buckingham Palace have been sparse, and while Charles has been more forthcoming than many of his predecessors, those expecting consistent health updates may find themselves disappointed.
Still, some information has surfaced through unofficial channels—mostly speculation, rumors, and commentary from those claiming insider knowledge.
One such source is royal correspondent Camilla Tominey, known for previously reporting on tensions between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton.
In a recent piece for The Telegraph, Tominey shared that, according to her sources, King Charles’ can.cer is considered “incurable.”
Although the monarch’s condition appears to have stabilized in recent months, there has been no official confirmation about whether his health has improved or declined.
Due to the lack of specific information about his diagnosis, aside from general suggestions that it was caught early, medical experts have been unable to offer meaningful insight into his prognosis.
Since receiving his diagnosis, the 76-year-old king initially took time away from public duties to focus on treatment and recovery.
It was months before he resumed a semblance of normal royal activity.
More recently, Charles has taken on an active schedule, including high-profile visits to Italy and Australia, and has resumed many of his traditional royal responsibilities.
His return to public life led many to hope that he, like Princess Kate, might be on the road to recovery.
However, Tominey now reports that while the king’s condition is currently managed, it is not curable.
“There’s talk now that he may live with can.cer rather than die from it, thanks to a robust treatment plan,” she stated.
Tominey also mentioned that early, cautious plans are being made for King Charles’ 80th birthday in 2028.
She added that due to his health, he and Queen Camilla are not expected to move into Buckingham Palace, opting instead to remain at Clarence House.
Wishing King Charles continued strength and resilience in the face of his health challenges.
