JOHN OLIVER WEIGHS IN ON KATE MIDDLETON’S CONTROVERSY
In a recent interview on “Watch What Happens Live,” British comedian John Oliver shared his thoughts on the ongoing mystery surrounding Kate Middleton’s absence from the public eye. Oliver had initially avoided the conspiracy theories, but he couldn’t ignore the uproar caused by a Photoshopped Mother’s Day picture of the Princess of Wales. “It feels like you’re almost handling badly in an impressive way at this point,” Oliver commented. Host Andy Cohen expressed skepticism towards Middleton’s apology, questioning why she felt the need to explain herself on Twitter. Oliver even joked about the possibility that Middleton might have passed away 18 months ago and that her appearances are being staged. While he acknowledged that this is highly unlikely, he emphasized the need for concrete evidence to dispel the rumors.
Ever since Middleton underwent abdominal surgery in January, speculation about the nature of her condition has been rampant. The palace has remained tight-lipped about the details, fueling further speculation. Middleton’s recent edited family photo, posted in honor of Mother’s Day, only added fuel to the fire. Fans and photo agencies quickly noticed that the image had been manipulated. The Associated Press (AP) and Reuters both released statements acknowledging the alteration. Middleton faced criticism for the edited picture, prompting her to issue an apology on X. She admitted to experimenting with editing, but expressed regret for any confusion caused by the altered image. However, despite her apology, Kensington Palace has chosen not to release the original, unedited version of the photo.
The mystery surrounding Kate Middleton’s absence continues to captivate the public’s attention. As conspiracy theories abound, it remains to be seen whether Middleton will make a public appearance soon, putting the rumors to rest once and for all. Until then, the speculation continues.
