James Middleton has spoken candidly about the emotional impact of his sister, the Princess of Wales’s cancer diagnosis, describing it as a deeply “challenging time” for the entire family.
In a heartfelt interview with The Times, the 38-year-old entrepreneur opened up about how he supported Kate during her health crisis.
“For her and her family, it was a challenging time, and I know for us and our bigger family it was a challenging time,” James shared. “But I think it’s about communication, and it’s about offering support and help where you can.”
He continued with a powerful message about the importance of unconditional love during difficult periods: “Being there for someone is such an important part. It doesn’t necessarily have to be on your terms, and it shouldn’t be on your terms. It should be on theirs—unconditional: ‘I’m not doing it for something in return. I’m doing it because I love you.’
That’s the simplest way to show love. You can do it in all these fancy ways, but really, it’s just about being there.”
Princess Kate shared her cancer diagnosis with the public in March 2024 and revealed she had begun preventative chemotherapy.
In a personal message released that September, she described her experience as “complex, scary, and unpredictable,” adding: “My path to healing and full recovery is long, and I must continue to take each day as it comes.”
Though the Middleton family has always valued their privacy, James has offered visible support throughout his sister’s journey.
Following Kate’s public announcement, he shared a moving childhood photo on Instagram with the caption: “Over the years, we have climbed many mountains together. As a family, we will climb this one with you too.”
Kate, along with sister Pippa, has also supported James through his own mental health challenges. In a 2021 interview with The Telegraph, James revealed that both sisters had joined him at therapy sessions during his struggle with depression.
“Not necessarily at the same time, but either individually and sometimes together,” he said. “And that was so important because it helped them understand me and how my mind was working.”
The Middleton siblings’ enduring bond reflects a powerful message of family solidarity—whether in times of personal difficulty or public pressure.
