Princess Catherine Captured on Video for the First Time Ever since Her Surgery, Sparking Heated Stir
In a revelation that’s captured the attention of royal watchers worldwide, Princess Catherine, better known as Kate Middleton, was spotted in public for the first time since undergoing what has been described as a serious surgery. The sighting has has led to further speculation about the royal family.
Princess Catherine has been notably absent from the public eye since an abdominal surgery in January. However, she has recently been spotted out at a farmer’s market. This sighting, confirmed by TMZ through exclusive video footage, puts to rest weeks of speculation and concern over the Princess of Wales’s health and whereabouts
The video, obtained and first reported by TMZ, captures a moment of normalcy as Princess Catherine and Prince William visit the Windsor Farm Shop, a mere mile from their Windsor home. According to eyewitness accounts originally reported by The Sun, the royal couple appeared “happy, relaxed and healthy” as they perused the supermarket aisles, devoid of the pressures seemingly absent from their royal duties. Notably absent were their three children, who, according to The Sun, were engaged in sports activities earlier that day.
Princess Catherine as seen in an Instagram post dated November 19, 2023 | Source: Instagram.com/princeandprincessofwales
Dressed casually in athletic wear featuring black with pink trimming, Princess Catherine seemed to defy any concerns over her recent health issues. Her appearance, characterized by a “strong gait” and an air of ease, suggests a positive recovery from her alleged abdominal surgery. Alongside Prince William, she was seen leaving the shop, bags in hand, and smiling as she walked with her husband.
Eyewitness Nelson Silva, captivated by the familiar face of the princess amidst an ordinary setting, managed to capture the moment. He described the scene as a testament to the couple’s desire for normalcy, noting Princess Catherine’s relieved and natural demeanor as a sign of successful outing post-recovery.
Silva talked about wanting to share the moment with others, saying: “I went to my car and as they came out of the shop I just filmed them. I think they walked out through a gate out of the grounds. They just vanished and I didn’t see a car. I just wanted to share with my family footage and show just how normal they were.”
Princess Catherine as seen in an Instagram post dated June 27, 2023: Instagram.com/princeandprincessofwales
However, a subsequent video that surfaced on Instagram, showing the couple leaving a farmer’s market, sparked a fresh wave of speculation. The woman in the video, presumed to be Princess Catherine, appeared significantly thinner than usual, leading some to question the authenticity of the sighting.
Prince William and Princess Catherine as seen in an Instagram post dated June 2, 2023 | Source: Instagram.com/princeandprincessofwales
Social media was abuzz with comments on her physical appearance. One user commented, “She had something done to her face😳” and another said, “Omg she did a facelift😳” While some focused on her face, others noted her body, saying things like “She looks emaciated…very thin and gaunt,” and “She’s lost a LOT of weight.” Some people found it odd that she was well enough to carry heavy shopping bags during her recovery from surgery.
Princess Catherine at the Together At Christmas” Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on December 08, 2023 in London, England | Source: Getty Images
Other fans came to Princess Catherine’s defense, saying that she was ordinarily a very active woman and not being able to do exercise due to her recovery would have led to her losing muscle mass and tone, making her appear thinner. Another user said that it was natural for a person to lose weight after they had had abdominal surgery.
Princess Catherine as seen in an Instagram post dated November 2, 2023 | Source: Instagram.com/princeandprincessofwales
After her abdominal surgery in January, palace officials noted that the procedure would lead to Princess Catherine being sidelined until Easter. Despite this, social media users have incessantly shared conspiracy theories and jokes about the princess’s whereabouts.
Princess Catherine as seen in an Instagram post dated June 25, 3023 | Source: Instagram.com/princeandprincessofwales
Adding depth to the ongoing narrative surrounding the Princess of Wales, Earl Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother, shared his concerns in a BBC interview with Laura Kuenssberg about the press’s treatment of royal figures and the propagation of conspiracy theories. Earl Spencer’s reflections on the pressures faced by his sister Diana, coupled with his own harrowing experiences of abuse detailed in his new book “A Very Private School,” highlight the enduring scrutiny and challenges faced by those in the public eye.
Princess Catherine as seen in an Instagram post dated June 25, 3023 | Source: Instagram.com/princeandprincessofwales
After all the conspiracy theories he has heard about his nephew’s wife, Early Spencer shared his feelings on the information being shared with the public and on social media platforms, saying, “I do worry about what happened to the truth.”
As previously reported on March 11, 2024:
Princess Catherine’s statement about her Mother’s Day photo posted on March 11, 2024 | Source: Instagram/princeandprincessofwales
In an unforeseen twist within the Royal family, Princess Catherine recently broke her silence, hours ago, after a Mother’s Day photo she shared on Instagram ignited a firestorm of controversy. The first official photo post-surgery featured her and her three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis— posing for a sweet family portrait.
Her attempt to celebrate the matriarchal holiday was overshadowed by allegations of photo manipulation, leading to an unprecedented recall of the image by five of the world’s leading picture agencies.
A candid statement made by Princess Catherine that was posted to the Prince and Princess of Wales’ Instagram Story, disclosed, “Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C.”
Princess Charlotte, Princess Catherine and Prince George at the “Together At Christmas” Carol Service at Westminster Abbey in London, England on December 8, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
The now-infamous photograph—taken in Windsor by Prince William—was initially released with the hope of quelling rampant speculation regarding Princess Catherine’s health and whereabouts, and marks her first authorized picture since Christmas.
However, instead of providing reassurance, the photo prompted Getty, Associated Press, Agence France-Presse, Shutterstock, and Reuters to issue a notice to halt distribution because of a belief that the photo is “manipulated.”
Prince William and Princess Catherine at the Royal Variety Performance in London, England on November 30, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
A closer inspection of the image revealed several inconsistencies, including an alignment issue with Princess Charlotte’s left hand, which raised doubts about the photograph’s authenticity. The photo—depicting a seemingly healthy and happy Princess alongside her children—was intended to reassure the public of Princess Catherine’s well-being following her major abdominal surgery.
Yet, it only served to fuel further speculation on social media, with users pointing out various anomalies ranging from a missing sleeve and wrist, and Prince Louis’ peculiar-looking crossed fingers to the absence of the Princess’s wedding ring. Many also questioned the seasonal accuracy of the background foliage.
Critics did not hold back when it came to asserting their disbelief in the photo’s legitimacy, with assertions like “This is not an authentic picture. Something is so not right,” and “Post a REAL TIME LIVE VIDEO of her!!! Stop with these fake AI photos!!!!! Either she is well or not!!! I do not truly sense she is well,” flooding the comment section of Instagram. Another user added, “Respectfully, this picture looks false.”
