James Middleton shares moving message of support after Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis
The IndependentGet the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Sharing a sweet childhood photograph of himself and Kate, James Middleton, 36, said on Instagram: “Over the years, we have climbed many mountains together. In a message posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, he said: “Following today’s news, I will not be attending tonight’s Celebrity Big Brother final. “I hope you all enjoy your special night.” Political leaders of all sides expressed sympathy and support for Kate and criticised what Prime Minister Rishi Sunak described as the “intense scrutiny” she has faced from social media and sections of the media around the world. Lord David Cameron, the Foreign Secretary said in a post on X, formerly Twitter: “The strength of the princess – speaking so frankly, with all the pressures of publicity and bringing up a young family – is remarkable and is rightly admired around the world.” In a follow-up statement, the couple thanked the public for their support and said they were “extremely moved” by all the well wishes they had since received.