Rumors of Lady Rose Hanbury’s alleged affair with Prince William have resurfaced, sparking speculation about Kate Middleton's absence from the public eye since December 2023. Kensington Palace announced in January 2024 that the Princess of Wales would be undergoing abdominal surgery and would not be seen in public until Easter. However, concerns grew when a heavily edited photo of Middleton and her children was posted on Mother’s Day, leading to backlash and an apology from the princess.
Lady Rose Hanbury, born on March 15, 1984, is the daughter of Timothy Hanbury, a website designer, and Emma Hanbury, a fashion designer. Her family has ties to royalty, with her grandmother, Lady Elizabeth Longman, being a close acquaintance of Queen Elizabeth II and a bridesmaid at the queen's wedding to Prince Philip in 1947.