Users Talk about Princess Catherine’s ‘Round’ Face during Her Rare Outing — Uncle Says ‘There’s a Reason’ She’s Out of View

  • Kate Middleton makes a public appearance after medical recuperation.
  • Online speculation about her appearance sparks debates.
  • Uncle Gary Goldsmith defends her need for privacy.

After undergoing abdominal surgery, Kate Middleton has been focusing on her recovery away from the public’s prying eyes. Her recent sighting has reignited the public’s curiosity, but not without controversy.

In January 2024, Kensington Palace announced on social media that the Princess of Wales had been hospitalized for a planned medical procedure.

Kate Middleton visits Outfit Moray on November 2, 2023 in Moray, Scotland. | Source: Getty Images

Kate Middleton visits Outfit Moray on November 2, 2023 in Moray, Scotland. | Source: Getty Images

The Firm also noted the operation was a success and that the royal would remain at the hospital for several days until she could return home for a full recovery.

Police officers standing outside the private London Clinic on January 26, 2024 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

Police officers standing outside the private London Clinic on January 26, 2024 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

Prince William seen leaving the London Clinic on January 18, 2024 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

Prince William seen leaving the London Clinic on January 18, 2024 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

According to the palace, Middleton requested that her medical information be kept private for the sake of her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, whom she shares with her husband, Prince William.

Prince George, Prince William, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and Kate Middleton stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on June 5, 2022 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

Prince George, Prince William, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and Kate Middleton stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on June 5, 2022 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte and Prince George attend the Christmas Day service at St Mary Magdalene Church on December 25, 2023 in Sandringham, Norfolk. | Source: Getty Images

Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte and Prince George attend the Christmas Day service at St Mary Magdalene Church on December 25, 2023 in Sandringham, Norfolk. | Source: Getty Images

Royal officials have been tight-lipped about Middleton’s condition, stating only that she underwent abdominal surgery. The palace indicated that under the doctor’s orders, the mother of three would need a considerable period to recuperate, suggesting she would not resume her duties until around Easter.

Kate Middleton views floral tributes left at the entrance to Sandringham House on September 15, 2022 in Sandringham, England. | Source: Getty Images