King Charles III Shares Rare Personal Message on Cancer

King Charles III is opening up about his cancer journey in a rare personal message set to air on Channel 4 on Friday night, offering support for the Stand Up To Cancer 2025 campaign. 

Recorded in late November in the Morning Room at Clarence House, the message highlights the importance of early cancer screening and reflects on the king’s own recovery experience.

Buckingham Palace confirmed that the monarch’s message is intended to raise awareness for all cancers rather than focusing on his own diagnosis. 

While the type of cancer has not been disclosed, sources emphasized that it is not prostate cancer. 

“The king did not want to specify the cancer he has because he does not want the spotlight to be on his cancer,” a source told Vanity Fair. 

“He wants to raise awareness for all cancers. This is work he is absolutely passionate about and very committed to.”

King Charles has been a patron of Cancer Research UK since April 2024, shortly after publicly announcing his diagnosis. 

His openness about his health, alongside other members of the royal family, marks a shift toward greater transparency regarding private medical matters. 

Following his announcement, the NHS reported a surge in calls from men seeking cancer check-ups, underscoring the impact of his advocacy for early detection.

Throughout his treatment, the king has continued his official duties, including overseas tours and hosting state visits. 

Friends report that he remains “positive and upbeat” and in good spirits, looking forward to the upcoming Christmas season. He has also hosted receptions for cancer charities and visited patients across the UK, consistently using his platform to support research and patient care.

The upcoming broadcast will coincide with a live segment from Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, presented by Davina McCall, further amplifying the campaign’s message. In his statement, the king emphasizes that early detection saves lives and encourages viewers to engage with cancer screening programs nationwide.