Kate Middleton left the renowned London Clinic this Monday, January 29, after a stay of almost two weeks which has captivated public and media attention. Hospitalized for “planned abdominal operation” according to Kensington Palace, the news generated a lot of media attention, particularly due to discretion around his state of health. While Prince William was seen at his side, showing his unwavering support during this ordeal, one question remains: where were Carole and Michael Middletonthe parents of the Duchess of Cambridge?
Sarah Hewson, royal expert, shed light on the crucial but discreet role played by Kate Middleton’s parents during her hospitalization. “We haven’t seen them, but we saw William the first day and then not at all. There are several entrances through which they can sneak in and out, but we know that Carole and Michael Middleton were mainly there to look after the children while William visited his wife“explained the expert during an intervention on TalkTVreported by the Daily Express. “They are a very close-knit family and, along with their close friends, have and will continue to support Kate as it will take time for her to fully get back on her feet.”she added, emphasizing the importance of her close circle during his two-month convalescence.
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Kate Middleton hospitalized: her mother Carole, “a very involved grandmother”
Carole Middleton, seen regularly at Kensington Palace helping to look after George, Charlotte and Louis, East “a very involved grandmother” according to Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of the magazine Majesty. The princess’s mother herself, in an interview given to Good Housekeepinghas also described herself as A grandmother “in the field, ready to get their hands dirty”, sharing activities such as climbing trees and taking bike rides with her grandchildren.
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