In the Princess of Wales’ video message released on Friday, during which she revealed to the world that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing preventative chemotherapy treatments, she sat alone on a bench on the grounds of Windsor Castle. Though she did mention her husband, Prince William, in the video—“Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance,” she said—he was not seated next to her, as many would imagine he might be with an announcement of this magnitude. But just as the idea to do a video message at all was Kate’s—as was the speech itself, which she penned—Kate wanted to be seen by herself, a source told The Sunday Times.
“This was her as a strong woman sharing an innately strong message to the nation,” they said. “She didn’t need anyone sitting next to her. He has been supporting her and the family in the background.”
