She finally had no choice but to reveal shes been waging a private health battle.

Its hard not to wish wed given her the privacy she deserved.

The surgery was successful; however, tests after the operation found cancer had been present.

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As you’re able to imagine this has taken time.

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At this time Im also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer.

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For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, like do not lose faith or hope.

You are not alone.

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Here’s how Kate Middleton’s family and celebrities are reacting to the news so far.

As a family, we will climb this one with you too .

Princess Diana’s younger brother praised Middleton for her incredible poise and strength with his ownInstagram post.

Blake Lively deleted her Instagram postpoking funat the royal Photoshop scandal and shared an apology on her Instagram Stories.

Im sure no one cares today but I feel like I have to acknowledge this.

She added, Sending love and well wishes to all, always.

Wales and the World is with you HRH Princess of Wales.

Love to you always., wrote Zeta-Jones onInstagram.

Wishing you all the best.

Doherty applauded Middleton’s strength in an Instagram post while chastising conspiracy theorists.

Being a public figure does not mean the public owns that person, the 52-year-old actorwrotein her message.

We ALL have the right to go through illness or life privately.

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