2024 has not been the greatest year for the British royal family. From Kate Middleton’s planned yet secret abdominal surgery to King Charles’ cancer diagnosis, the public has been left rather on edge about what could happen. While things may seem to be fine with all the royal members, a royal biographer recently called out the monarchy for not sharing more details about the situation.

With theories filling the internet about what type of cancer the 75-year-old could have and people worried about the Princess of Wales, the biographer asked for the royals to reveal the truth instead of the ongoing suspense over their health.

Royal biographer criticizes Kate Middleton and King Charles for causing a frenzy

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Sally Bedell Smith shared her thoughts on how King Charles and Kate Middleton had handled the public’s concern over their health issues. The royal biographer said that the lack of details had caused “uncertainty” among the British people. She also added that it was important for the 75-year-old and “his reign” to address the concerns.

Apart from that, Smith also quoted the late Queen Elizabeth and said that they “need to be seen to be believed.” With Middleton recovering at the moment, the responsibility might fall solely on the King. However, a month since the revelation of the diagnosis, there has been no update about what it is. Despite speculations flying around about the state of the royals, other members have recently been casting a dim light on what could be going on behind the scenes.

While the Princess could be making her royal comeback in a few months, it looks like a few other royals like Queen Camilla and Prince William might be taking some time away from their responsibilities.

Queen Camilla and Prince William’s dismissal of royal duties

Since King Charles’ cancer diagnosis went public, Prince William and Queen Camilla had to step up and take on some of the 75-year-old’s important responsibilities. Everything seemed to go smoothly for a while. However, it was recently revealed that the 76-year-old would be taking some time off from her duties. The news came shortly after the Prince of Wales had canceled an appearance at a memorial service for the late former King Constantine of Greece.

With both the 41-year-old and the Queen stepping back, it could mean one of two things. King Charles could either be gearing up to take up his royal responsibilities again or there could be something happening behind the scenes. While nothing has been confirmed, well-wishers of the royal family will have to wait and see for an update to follow.

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