Why Does the Public Think King Charles Passed Away?

As news of King Charles's supposed death spreads across the internet, public concern grows. At the heart of the matter is an announcement from Buckingham Palace that raises questions about its authenticity.

After Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer, the public has been worrying about the monarch's health. Not so long ago, his wife, Queen Camilla, took a step back from her responsibilities to spend time with her husband, which the public found quite worrying and suspicious.

Today, users are speculating about King Charles's death.

"KING CHARLES IS DEAD???" reacted one user on X after the picture was published. "Those rumors about King Charles III can't be true, right?" another doubted.

This uncertainty is not unwarranted, since the announcement of King Charles's death came from an unverified source that shared an online document resembling an official statement from Buckingham Palace.

"The King passed away unexpectedly yesterday afternoon," it said on the document. Above the statement in all caps, it said, "The following announcement is made by royal communications," with a date of Monday, 18th of March in the corner.

The rumors are currently being debunked by the BBC journalist, who posted: "No, King Charles did not die unexpectedly, Buckingham Palace did not share this news. It is now all over Russian news, but it is a fake report," he said on X.

As information continues spreading, the whole world awaits the official statement from the palace. With a suspicious document regarding the King's death spreading on the internet, it is still up in the air if the information is true.

As previously reported on March 4, 2024:

Queen Camilla has no engagements in her diary this week, and it is understood that she will spend a few days of private downtime with the King and her own family. She will resume engagements on March 11, when she will represent King Charles and lead the royal family for the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey.

The public is both worried about the King's health and relieved that Queen Camilla will be able to rest for a while. "She deserves a break. She may need to spend more time with Charles," said a user. "Camilla deserves a break,” another agreed. "I hope Charles and Camilla have a lovely break planned," chimed in a user.

While some are happy for Camilla, others cannot stop thinking about the reasons for this sudden break. "Can't stop thinking is Charles's cancer more serious than we were told!" commented a user. "I would assume that the king has got way worse cancer than they say," said another.

Despite facing the challenge of King Charles's cancer diagnosis, Camilla has been maintaining her royal responsibilities. She has shown her support for various causes, from the '500 Words' competition promoting children's literacy to diplomatic talks with Ukraine's First Lady, Olena Zelenska.

As the Queen balances her duties and carves out time for a break, King Charles is receiving a wave of support. Over 7,000 letters and cards from around the world, including notes from children and cancer survivors, have poured in. The palace and the King express gratitude for this comfort during a trying time.

"Such kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement,” said the King. The monarch admitted that the kind letters were overwhelming for him and "reduced him to tears most of the time."

In the midst of Queen Camilla's well-deserved break, the public's concern for King Charles's health remains palpable, particularly in light of his cancer diagnosis and her temporary step back from duties.

As previously reported on February 13, 2024:

Their return to Buckingham Palace on February 13, 2024, marked a significant moment as the royal couple arrived from their week-long stay at Sandringham in Norfolk. This return comes in the wake of the announcement that King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer, a revelation that has sparked widespread support and concern.

The couple came back via the royal helicopter, which also took them to Norfolk last week. As they arrived in London, the weather mirrored the somber mood, with rain adding to the day's solemnity.

Despite the dreary weather, the King and Queen were pictured inside their car looking in high spirits. King Charles even took a moment to wave at those who saw him. King Charles has begun treatment for a form of cancer that was identified following diagnostic tests.

His cancer diagnosis came after a hospital stay last month for a prostate condition, during which another health concern was noted. The King is undergoing treatment as an outpatient and has expressed a positive outlook on his recovery.

In response to this news, messages of support and well-wishes have flooded in from across the globe, highlighting the deep connection many feel towards the monarchy.

Social media platforms, in particular, have become a space for public expressions of hope and solidarity, with numerous individuals sending prayers and positive thoughts, including one who wrote on Facebook, "Good luck with your treatment I pray for." Another also wrote, "It's not funny at all; it's very serious. I will pray for King Charles."

King Charles III has since issued a public statement expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support. "It is equally heartening to hear how sharing my own diagnosis has helped promote public understanding and shine a light on the work of all those organizations that support cancer patients and their families across the UK and the wider world," he said.

He previously revealed that he made his diagnosis public to prevent speculation and to help broaden the understanding of individuals globally coping with cancer.

As previously reported on February 11:

King Charles III was recently seen attending the Sunday service at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene in the Sandringham estate, on February 11, 2024. Dressed in a brown trench coat and gray slacks, he was holding an umbrella. He walked beside his wife, Queen Camilla, and The Reverend Canon Dr Paul Williams.

The couple waved as they looked at the cameras, looking high in spirits. King Charles' recent sighting came after he publicly disclosed his cancer diagnosis.

On January 29, 2024, before releasing his cancer diagnosis statement, the palace announced His Majesty's discharge from the hospital due to a "planned medical treatment." He has since paused his public engagements to focus on his health.

"His Majesty would like to thank the medical team and all those involved in supporting his hospital visit, and is grateful for all the kind messages he has received in recent days," the statement read.

The King announced his cancer diagnosis following a medical procedure for his prostate, and Queen Camilla has since put on a brave face and had spoken about her husband's diagnosis.

"He is doing extremely well under the circumstances. He is very touched by all of the letters and messages the public have been sending from everywhere. That’s very cheering," she said a few days ago.

Most recently, King Charles III released a statement thanking the public for their unwavering love, support, and well wishes. He revealed that he decided to go public with his illness to raise awareness and understanding about cancer, especially among those affected by the dreaded disease.

As previously reported on February 5:

Recent photos of the King of England showed him walking with a pep in his step just the day before his new health challenge became known. Buckingham Palace announced on Monday that the 75-year-old monarch has been diagnosed with cancer. The couple was spotted on their way to attend a Sunday service.

Additional photos also depicted the King and Queen leaving the Church of St Mary Magdalene, located on the Sandringham estate. While King Charles III adorned a taupe-colored coat and dress pants, Queen Camilla opted for a dark purple coat, matching-colored boots, and a hat that had fluffy trimming.

Both of them carried umbrellas as well, which, in some shots, show them being used as walking canes. Other pictures depicted King Charles III and Queen Camilla walking and conversing with Reverend Canon Dr. Paul Williams and another esteemed church member.

Some people who saw a post about the King's outing on social media expressed their happiness. One fan said, "Great to see him out & about! And may I say Her Majesty looks well & offer her my respect & thanks for doing such a wonderful job of filling in during the recent medical situations in the family!" Another simply stated, "Thumbs up 👍," while someone else displayed heart emojis, "❤️🖤."

The royal duo's outing comes days after the King was seen leaving The London Clinic after undergoing prostate surgery. Footage of his hospital departure shows the King waving to the crowds who wished him well as he got into his car with Queen Camilla.

According to a statement made by Buckingham Palace, King Charles III is still going to take time to recuperate privately before returning to work and further engagements.

As previously reported on January 30:

As a positive update on the health situation of the King of England, King Charles III has been discharged from The London Clinic. He walked out of the hospital, hand-in-hand with his beloved wife, Queen Camilla, on Monday afternoon.

The King spent three nights at the clinic, where he received care after undergoing prostate surgery. Footage showed the happy couple, dressed smartly, smiling at the cameras as His Majesty The King waved to the public before getting into their car.

Before King Charles III exited the hospital, Queen Camilla visited him a few times while he was still there. People who saw the video of the King leaving the hospital reacted differently. One person expressed, "He looks very thin."

Another said, "Looks very healthy. But he needs more rest. Hope he finds a quiet spot for a few weeks. Scotland would be perfect 👌😊," while a third social media user who was pleased by the King's appearance stated, "Impressed that His Majesty is walking so smoothly."

King Charles III's hospital release comes just after it was announced that the Princess of Wales also left The London Clinic and returned home, where she continues to recover from her abdominal surgery.

As we continue to follow this developing story, a look back at our previous article provides further insights into the Queen's unwavering support for her husband, the King, as previously reported on January 29:

Since his hospitalization, footage and pictures of Queen Camilla visiting her husband, King Charles III, have sparked online buzz. So far, the Queen has been seen visiting His Majesty The King three times.

Following his corrective surgery, King Charles III has been recovering at the same hospital where the Princess of Wales, Princess Catherine, is. During her first visit, a smiling Queen Camilla adorned a coat-like navy dress as she left the hospital and entered her car.

A video of her second visit showed her royal driver and security team escorting her from The London Clinic. She was dressed in a green and white ensemble. Many had differing opinions when social media users saw Queen Camilla during her visits.

One person felt strongly about Queen Camilla's visits being her obligation as opposed to something she did because of her devoted love for the King. They expressed, "These shouldn't be the news headline because it was her duty as his wife to visit the husband." Another asserted, "Camilla should say very short words concerning her husband. Bizarre." Someone else noted, "Her eyes aren't smiling."

Despite the judgemental opinions of some, others praised Queen Camilla and continued to send their well wishes to the King. One fan gushed, "The King is lucky to have such a devoted Queen by his side ❤️❤️❤️❤️."

Another wrote, "Well, I noticed she had a smile on her face. I hope all is well. Hope the King gets discharged soon." Someone else stated, "He has always been the love of her life and vice versa."

Before her recent trips to the hospital, Queen Camilla gave a quick update on how her beloved husband has been doing since his operation. In a TikTok video, she divulged, "He's fine, thank you very much. He's looking forward to getting back to work."

The 15-second-long video ends with the Queen walking away from the person who asked her how King Charles III was doing and showed her going to address a group of children.

As previously reported on January 26:

King Charles III and Princess of Wales Kate Middleton are facing health issues, leading to the postponement of their royal engagements. Kate underwent a planned abdominal surgery and will be in a London hospital for two weeks from January 16, 2024.

Both senior royals have had to reschedule their previously arranged public commitments in the coming weeks. Kate, married to Prince William, the heir to the throne, is expected to make a full recovery.

King Charles III was also set to undergo a corrective procedure on January 26, 2024. Buckingham Palace announced on January 17, 2024, that the procedure was for the King's enlarged prostate but that his condition was benign.

The King was photographed ahead of his planned operation on his way from Clarence House to a London clinic. He went into the same clinic where Kate underwent surgery and even passed by to visit his daughter-in-law. After he was admitted, a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace said the King thanked all who sent him good wishes.

The public has sent love and prayers to the Princess and the King as they start their respective recovery journeys. "❤️‍🙏 to both," one person wrote. The public also wished the two a "speedy recovery." "Wishing King Charles and Princess Catherine a speedy recovery. God Save The King and Catherine of Wales," another person said.

The Princess and His Majesty's health updates were given to avoid speculation if they both fail to attend upcoming events or if some occasions are canceled. A spokesperson for King Charles III also announced the postponement of his public engagements during his recovery.

Several events on the royal family's agenda, including visits by foreign dignitaries and members of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Cabinet to Dumfries House in Scotland, have already been rescheduled.

The Princess of Wales and the King are expected to recover fully and resume their public engagements. Still, as they recuperate, they can count on the public's well-wishes for a speedy recovery.