Kate Middleton's New Pic Amid Cancer Treatment Sparks Conspiracy Theories Again: 'This Has to Be AI'

On June 14, Kensington Palace unveiled a striking new portrait of Kate Middleton, her first since revealing her cancer diagnosis in March. The announcement came alongside news of her upcoming appearance at Trooping the Colour, the annual celebration of the British monarch’s birthday, marking her return to the public eye after nearly six months. In a heartfelt six-paragraph statement, Princess Catherine expressed her gratitude for the support she has received and shared her journey to recovery following abdominal surgery last January.

“I am making good progress, but as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good days and bad days,” Kate wrote, acknowledging the ups and downs of chemotherapy. While she hopes to attend a few other engagements this summer, she stressed that her participation in Trooping the Colour is not a formal return to her public duties.

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The portrait itself portrays Kate beneath a majestic tree, arms crossed, exuding casual elegance in a white T-shirt, striped beige blazer, and jeans. However, its release stirred up speculations anew with some eagle-eyed viewers raising eyebrows over the image, pointing out anomalies and even suggesting it was AI-generated.

“This is proven a fake AI. Word is she will be a hologram or face completely obscured. So many issues with photo. This is not a pic of someone going thru chemo. I’ve worked in clinic & hosp w/chemo pts. This isn’t chemo patient,” one commentator declared on ‘X.’ Another echoed, “Can we talk ABOUT THIS PHOTOSHOPPED PICTURE AGAIN & HOW UNNATURAL IT LOOKS. These people are playing a very dangerous game.”

A third voice chimed in with sarcasm, “Beautiful photo. Looks like a painting.”

As the speculation swirled, evidence surfaced, with keen-eyed observers pointing out apparent editing slip-ups and peculiarities in both the background and Kate’s stance.

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While Kate has not disclosed the specific type of cancer she is battling, the diagnosis came to light after her surgery earlier this year.

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Since her last public appearance at Christmas in 2023, the Royal Palace has consistently stated that she has been focusing on her health and recovery.