**Rumores circulan en Facebook sobre el príncipe William tras el diagnóstico de cáncer de Kate**
En las semanas posteriores a que Kate, la princesa de Gales, revelara su diagnóstico de cáncer, surgió un rumor en Facebook sobre su esposo, el príncipe William. Las publicaciones afirmaban que William había hecho un “triste anuncio” sobre Kate, lo que llevó a los fanáticos a preocuparse y especular. Los rumores se difundieron ampliamente en abril de 2024 y fueron publicados por varias páginas como *PrayAmerica*.
Todas las publicaciones tenían un mensaje similar: “El príncipe Guillermo hace un triste anuncio que hace llorar a sus seguidores: ‘Mi esposa ha sido…’”, una declaración que pretendía sugerir un mensaje nuevo y desgarrador. Este mismo titular engañoso ya había aparecido en Facebook en marzo, apenas unos días después de la declaración en video de Kate.
### La verdad detrás del anuncio de salud de Kate
The rumor mill arose following Kate’s announcement on March 22, when she revealed her cancer diagnosis and shared details about her recovery journey. In a video message, she opened up about her diagnosis and treatment plan, explaining that she had undergone major surgery in January that initially appeared to be unrelated to cancer. However, subsequent tests revealed cancer cells, prompting her doctors to recommend preventative chemotherapy.
“In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London, and at the time my condition was thought to be non-cancerous,” Kate said. “The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found that cancer was present. My medical team then advised me to undergo preventative chemotherapy treatment.”
This video was the first time Kate publicly acknowledged her condition, following King Charles III’s own cancer diagnosis in February 2024. The royal family, showing resilience in the face of these difficult times, received a wave of public support.
### Misleading Rumors About William’s “Sad Announcement”
As for the Facebook rumors about William, the posts were misleading, as they reused a past quote out of context to create a new narrative. These posts directed readers to unknown websites filled with pop-up ads and dubious content, raising suspicions that the goal was to trick or scam users.
The origin of the phrase “my wife has been” actually dates back to an event long before Kate’s health news. In February 2024, Prince William attended the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs), where he humorously remarked that he had missed many of the nominated films due to Kate’s recent surgery. He said, “With my wife it’s been a bit… I hope we catch up. I’ll do my list tonight.” His comments were simply an expression of support, mentioning that he had prioritized Kate’s recovery over watching movies.
### Why the Rumors Persisted
The timing of the post – immediately after Kate’s diagnosis – likely contributed to its rapid spread, as many readers assumed the posts were related to her recent health announcement. However, despite the gravity of Kate’s health-related content, the Facebook posts were not new updates, but rather a misrepresentation of old comments by William. The websites linked to the posts were also problematic; they were not reliable news sources, but rather sites of dubious credibility, raising concerns about potential scams and misinformation.
### How to Avoid Falling for Misinformation
For those concerned about the accuracy of posts like these, it’s helpful to verify information through trusted sources. While social media offers prompt updates, not all content is reliable, and some posts may use rumors to drive traffic to untrustworthy websites. The best strategy is to check with credible news sources and official announcements from the royal family to ensure veracity.
En definitiva, aunque Kate y el príncipe William se enfrentan a un problema de salud importante, los rumores que los rodean han sido aclarados por ser inexactos y engañosos. La familia real sigue recibiendo el apoyo incondicional del público y Kate sigue centrada en su tratamiento, con William a su lado.
