Not much has been shared about King Charles‘ health following the February Buckingham Palace statement about his cancer diagnosis, but according to a new report from the Daily Beast, Charles, 75, is not doing very well, and the plans for his funeral are being reviewed and updated. A source who is reportedly a family friend told the outlet that everyone is trying to remain “optimistic” and Charles is “determined to beat it.” At the same time, though, “he is really very unwell,” according to the source.
Operation Menai Bridge: The plan for King Charles III’s death explained. https://t.co/T2xEaa9Ze5 pic.twitter.com/GJm69K98pc
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The source added that King Charles’ condition is worse “than they are letting on.”
King Charles’ health is worse than the public has been led to believe – according to a royal source – who divulged secret details about his funeral plans. https://t.co/zIWoHmxKmQ
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In February 2024, Buckingham Palace disclosed that “subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer” after the king was treated for benign prostate enlargement.
While multiple sources have said King Charles is optimistic about his health, it has been claimed the monarch’s condition is dire and funeral plans are underway.
At the time, Buckingham Palace shared that King Charles “remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.”
The type of cancer he has was not disclosed.