Kate Middleton and the royal family find themselves embroiled in a challenging situation following the confirmation that the latest photograph of the Princess of Wales and her children was altered using photo editing software. Several news agencies opted to remove the image from their platforms, fueling the proliferation of conspiracy theories regarding Kate’s well-being.
In response to the controversy, Kate issued an apology for editing the photograph of herself and her children. However, despite being spotted leaving Windsor with William on Monday, doubts persist among some regarding her actual presence in the photo.
While medical experts advise Kate Middleton to prioritize rest and recovery following her planned abdominal surgery, the fallout from the edited photograph has added significant stress to the princess. A royal expert has issued a warning to Kate, emphasizing potential consequences if she fails to heed it.
On Mother’s Day, Kensington Palace released a picture of Kate, sparking widespread speculation about her health following her surgery in January. The image depicted her seated on a patio with her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, initially interpreted by many as a positive sign of her recovery.
The accompanying caption on the Prince and Princess of Wales’ official Instagram account expressed gratitude for the well-wishes and support received over the past two months, signed with a “C,” indicating Kate’s authorship.
Initially met with joy by royal fans, the image was distributed to global news outlets, eliciting further expressions of support for Kate. It appeared intended to dispel speculation and counter the numerous conspiracy theories surrounding her health.
However, within hours, the situation took a turn, with social media users and photography experts questioning the photograph’s authenticity. Many noted discrepancies and signs of manipulation in various details, casting doubt on its credibility.
“Professional photographer here. Look closely at Princess Charlotte’s wrist. This is what happens when you composite layers in Photoshop. I’m not speculating on why the photo was edited like this, but it’s weird,” portrait photographer Martin Bamford wrote on X.
Social media users became fixated on analyzing various significant details in the picture, with several discrepancies drawing intense scrutiny. Notably, attention was drawn to Princess Charlotte’s apparent half-missing sleeve and blurred skirt, along with Kate Middleton’s misplaced zip.
News agencies reported that the picture of Kate Middleton and her children was “manipulated,” sparking widespread discussion and speculation online.
Specifically, users pointed out Charlotte’s blurry knee and the apparent manipulation of Kate Middleton’s hand around Prince Louis. Additionally, Kate’s wrist and jumper sleeve came under scrutiny, with accusations of manipulation surrounding these elements as well.
