Prince Harry has taken off from LAX airport this morning to see King Charles following his cancer diagnosis. His car was seen driving into the airports private terminal just hours after the bombshell news broke.
The monarch was diagnosed 10 days after undergoing a corrective surgery for an enlarged prostate, Buckingham Palace announced on Monday evening. The Palace did not specify which type of cancer Charles has, or which stage, but in a publicly released statement it said the cancer was picked up during his recent stint at The London Clinic.
Prince William is anticipated to take on some of his father’s official duties as he resumes his engagements this week. Harry left his home in Montecito and travelled to the West Coast airport earlier this morning and will arrive in the UK today after Charles called him “personally”. Meghan Markle will stay in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
In a statement issued on Monday evening, officials said: “During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.”
The King will “undertake State business and official paperwork as usual”, it has been confirmed, with Charles giving thanks to medical teams for their “swift intervention”.
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Why King Charles might need to limit number of people he sees during cancer treatment
King Charles is understood to be continuing his weekly meetings with Rishi Sunak after confirming his cancer diagnosis.
Buckingham Palace announced on Monday, February 5, that Charles had been diagnosed with cancer and will undergo out-patient treatment for the disease.
It is believed the King plans to continue to have some meetings during his treatment. He is also said to be continuing with Red Box paperwork.
However, it is thought the King could have to find alternative ways of working should doctors tell him to minimize contact.
While it has not been confirmed what kind of treatment the King will undergo, Macmillan says some can increase the risk of infection in patients.
King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer (Image: Getty)
Prince Harry has left LAX just hours after the King’s shock cancer diagnosis
Prince Harry is on his way to London after having taken off from LAX to be with his father King Charles, after his shock cancer diagnosis.
The Duke of Sussex’s personal Range Rover was pictured driving at the Los Angeles’ airport’s private terminal, just a few hours after the bombshell news broke.
The monarch called his youngest son in person to inform him of the latest news.
It is unclear where Harry will stay as the duke have no base in the UK, after having vacated Frogmore Cottage last year.
Harry was told to vacate the home back in January after his bombshell memoir, Spare, was released.
Last time the royal flew to the UK was in September for the Well Child Awards and he stayed in a hotel.
Reports have suggested that the prince asked whether he could stay at Windsor Castle so he can visit his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth’s place of rest but his request was denied.
Prince Harry is rushing back home to be with his father, King Charles (Image: Getty)
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Prince Harry rushing to be with King Charles proves the ‘seriousness’
Prince Harry’s prompt choice to fly to London upon learning of King Charles’s cancer diagnosis underscores the gravity of the situation, it has been claimed. On Monday, Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer, sending shock waves across the world.
The Duke of Sussex is set to depart California for Britain to join his father, following personal communication from King Charles regarding his cancer diagnosis.
However, Prince Harry’s wife Meghan Markle and their children, Archie (four) and Lilibet (two), will remain in Los Angeles, according to a source close to the Duke.
Prince Harry during a court trial (Image: Getty Images)
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Prince Harry feud ‘could finally end’ as he rushes back to support King Charles
Prince Harry is rushing home to be by his father King Charles’s side after his cancer diagnosis – and it could be the start of a reconciliation according to a royal expert.
The Duke of Sussex, who currently lives with his wife Meghan in Montecito, California, is reported to have dropped everything to see his dad King Charles.
And now a royal expert has said that Prince Harry’s return home could mean that the pair patch things up after a tumultuous few years of relations between the Sussexes and key members of the Royal Family.
Much of the tension in the family comes from Prince Harry and Meghan’s decision to talk publicly about family issues on a tell-all Oprah Winfrey interview, in the Duke’s memoir Spare and on their Netflix docu-series.
Royal expert Jennie Bond told Sky News that sh thought it could spell then end of tensions in the Royal Family.
Could Harry’s return to the UK mean that tensions between the pair ease? (Image: Getty)
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King Charles inundated with support as Piers Morgan reacts to royal’s ‘awful’ cancer news
King Charles has been inundated with support after his cancer diagnosis.
Gary Lineker took to X, formerly Twitter, and shared some kind words, writing: “Really sorry to hear the news that King Charles has cancer. Awful news. Wish him a full and speedy recovery.”
Piers Morgan also showed his support and penned: “BREAKING: King Charles has cancer, Buckingham Palace has announced. He is undergoing treatment and has cancelled all public engagements. Shocking news. I wish His Majesty a full and speedy recovery.”
King Charles has been inundated with support following his cancer diagnosis (Image: Getty)
11 hours ago20:40 Mieka Smiles
Prince William may be able to help with extra royal duties as he returns to work
King Charles’s cancer announcement earlier today means that he won’t be able to fulfil all of his planned royal engagements.
However Prince William may be able to pick up some of the slack as he announced earlier today that he’d be returning to royal duties after taking a step back to assist wife Princess Kate in her recovery from abdominal surgery.
Prince William will return to official engagements this week as his wife Kate continues to recover at their home in Windsor.
The Prince of Wales took a break from royal duties following Kate’s surgery on January 16 as he focused on supporting Kate and looking after their three children, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, eight, and Prince Louis, five.
Prince William may be able to assist his father King Charles with royal duties (Image: Getty)
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Lorraine Kelly weighs in on Prince Harry rushing back to UK as King Charles battles cancer
Lorraine Kelly has taken to X (formerly Twitter) to share her hopes for King Charles’s reunion with his son, Prince Harry. It comes after Buckingham Palace announced the monarch has been diagnosed with a form of cancer.
The ITV presenter tweeted in response to the news of Harry’s imminent return to the UK from the US: “Families need to come together at times like this – good that Prince Harry coming over to see his dad. Hopefully bridges can be rebuilt.”
TV presenter Lorraine Kelly has given her view on Prince Harry’s return (Image: Getty)
12 hours ago19:42 Mieka Smiles
King Charles’s brave reason for sharing cancer diagnosis news
The brave reason King Charles has shared his cancer diagnosis has been revealed.
In a statement released by Buckingham Palace, the King said he had decided to share the revelation to “prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer”.
King Charles had a brave reason for revealing his cancer diagnosis (Image: Getty)
12 hours ago19:38 Mieka Smiles
Prince Harry among five royals personally told about King Charles’s cancer diagnosis
Prince Harry is among five members of the Royal Family to have been personally told about King Charles’s cancer diagnosis.
The King made sure he told his nearest and dearest the news himself, telling Prince William, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward and making a phone call to the Duke of Sussex.
It is reported upon hearing the news, Prince Harry is likely to fly from California, where he lives with Meghan Markle and his two children, to visit his father in the coming days.
King Charles is said to be “wholly positive about his treatment” and “looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible” according to a statement released by Buckingham Palace.
12 hours ago19:32 Mieka Smiles
King Charles cancer: The announcement that shows Queen Camilla’s total devotion
Devoted Queen Camilla will continue with her royal duties despite the news that King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer.
Following his diagnosis other senior members of the Royal Family and heir to the throne Prince William are expected to take on more royal duties if necessary.
Queen Camilla is devoted to King Charles and is expected to step up for more royal duties (Image: Getty)
13 hours ago19:16 Mieka Smiles
King Charles’s cancer announcement leaves BBC viewers ‘heartbroken’
King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis was announced on the BBC News at Six, leaving viewers concerned for the monarch.
The journalist hosting the programme told viewers on Monday afternoon: “We’ve received breaking news from Buckingham Palace which has announced the king has been diagnosed with cancer.”
BBC viewers flocked to X, formerly known as Twitter, to comment on the breaking news.
One said: “Sending positive thoughts to His Majesty King Charles.”
Rachel said: “Just speechless wishing King Charles III a positive outcome with his treatment and a swift recovery.”
Sean said: “Sad news about our King and thoughts go to his friends – family. Hope King Charles III gets well soon.
BBC’s Jane Hill made the announcement on BBC News at Six (Image: BBC)
13 hours ago19:08 Mieka Smiles
King Charles does ‘not have prostate cancer’
King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer – but the Palace has been clear that it’s not connected to his prostate issues.
In a statement issued to journalists this evening Buckingham Palace said: “No further details are being shared at this stage, except to confirm that His Majesty does not have prostate cancer.”
13 hours ago19:03 Mieka Smiles
Why King Charles cancer statement was made at exactly 6pm
A statement announcing that King Charles is battling cancer was released to the world’s press just before 6pm this evening.
The timing of the announcement is likely to have been for a very sensible reason.
It is likely Buckingham Palace decided to share the news at this time as it coincides with the BBC News at Six.
Consideration has often being given throughout history to the timing of major royal announcements so they could coincide with news broadcasts or newspaper publication times.
13 hours ago19:00 Mieka Smiles
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says the ‘whole country’ is behind King Charles
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has wished King Charles a “speedy recovery.”
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, the PM said: “Wishing His Majesty a full and speedy recovery.
“I have no doubt he’ll be back to full strength in no time and I know the whole country will be wishing him well.”
13 hours ago18:56 Mieka Smiles
King Charles’s cancer diagnosis now announced on social media
As well as being released to press, the Royal Family’s X account has now also been updated to share King Charles’s cancer diagnosis.
You can see the post on X – formerly known as Twitter – and followers’ reaction to it below.
13 hours ago18:50 Mieka Smiles
Prince Harry rushes home to UK after being personally told about King Charles’s cancer
Prince Harry will travel to the UK to see his father King Charles following his cancer diagnosis, after the King personally told his youngest son of his diagnosis.
The King made sure that he told all of his immediate family as early as possible, including his siblings and children, with those in the UK being given the news in person.
Prince Harry is reportedly rushing home to be by his father’s side (Image: Getty)
13 hours ago18:47 Mieka Smiles
King Charles cancer: All the royal events the monarch could miss
King Charles’s cancer diagnosis means that he could miss a number of royal engagements and appointments.
Here Express.co.uk takes a look at some of the diary dates he might be forced to miss as he undergoes treatment.
Here we take a look at some of the engagements King Charles might be forced to miss (Image: Getty)
13 hours ago18:44 Mieka Smiles
King Charles’s health history as monarch is diagnosed with cancer after prostate surgery
King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announced this evening.
It comes after he was picture leaving church in Sandringham with his wife Queen Camilla on Sunday, in his first public appearance since leaving hospital in London.
Last month it was announced by Buckingham Palace that His Majesty would be undergoing a routine procedure to treat his enlarged prostate.
Here Express.co.uk looks back at what happened from the very first announcement about the King’s health at the start of January.
We take a look at King Charles’s health history since the initial announcement of prostate issues (Image: PA)
13 hours ago18:41 Mieka Smiles
King Charles offers touching apology as news is announced he has cancer
King Charles has issued a touching apology to others despite his cancer battle.
Buckingham Palace has today announced that King Charles has cancer.
A statement from the Palace Charles was diagnosed following subsequent tests while he was receiving treatment for an enlarged prostate at The London Clinic.
But even though a battle now lies ahead for the King he has put thoughts of others at the centre of his concerns and apologised for the “inconvenience” cased.
13 hours ago18:36 Victoria Chessum
Latest updates from the Daily Express team
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