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Published 12:09 12 Mar 2024 GMT
Princess Catherine's edited photo which she shared in honor of Mother's Day in the UK has made headlines worldwide, and one fan has broken down why she believes the picture may have been taken all the way back in last fall.
The Princess of Wales has kept a low profile since January after she underwent abdominal surgery, and is expected not to resume official duties until after Easter.
There have been minimal sightings of the Princess in the months since her surgery, however, the Palace did share an image of her with her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, to mark UK Mother's Day, which they claimed had been taken by Prince William in "2024".
However, international photo agencies soon refused to circulate the image over claims it was edited, leading Princess Catherine to release a statement claiming that she had edited the photograph herself.
She said at the time: "Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C."
Fans had also noticed that there were several mistakes in the editing, including one of Princess Charlotte's sleeves disappearing, as well as blurring around her and Kate's hair.
Since Catherine has been missing from the public eye for several weeks, conspiracy theorists have been speculating about her whereabouts and the circumstances for her taking time out from the spotlight.
Of course, with the renewed controversy surrounding the edited photograph, internet sleuths were quick to analyze the image - and some believe that the photo was actually taken long before 2024, which its caption had claimed.
A TikToker called Allyn Aston took to the video-sharing platform to break down why she believes that the photo was actually taken last fall and manipulated to look different enough to be passed off as a new snap.
Alleging that the picture was actually taken following a charity outing the Princess and her kids had taken in November 2023, Allyn explained: "I have a strong suspicion that this 'new' photo of Kate Middleton and her children was taken in November 2023 [based] on the outfits.
"There is ample evidence of bad Photoshop throughout this photo and it is my personal opinion that it is because it is old and they try to change the outfits so that it didn’t look like a match."
Her video has racked up over 1.4 million views in just a day, as she pointed out the similarities between the outfits Kate and Charlotte were wearing on that day, alleging that the color of the Princess of Wales's jumper had been digitally altered from white to dark blue.
Comparing the edited photo to a video from the day, which was released in December, Allyn pointed out that the Princess was wearing the same jeans and boots in both, and that the white turtleneck jumper she had on was uncannily similar in style to the dark blue one she wore in the image.
Drawing on fashion blogs that had tracked down the exact jumper Kate was wearing on her visit to the Baby Bank, Allyn revealed that it does not come in darker shades.
She explained: "Yes, I know a lot of turtlenecks look the same, but I do believe that this was Photoshopped to be darker and it was just that cream sweater, because they don’t make it in another color, they make it in cream and in camel."
See the original video from the charity event below:
And it wasn't just Catherine's outfit that was uncannily similar, as she also pointed out that Princess Charlotte was also wearing the same boots, tights, and - crucially - red top with a ruffled neckline as she was wearing in the doctored image.
"It doesn’t stop there, because take a look at the shoes that her daughter was wearing that day," she told her followers. "These are the same exact shoes and probably the same tights because the photos are a little bit saturated and I can’t see the ribbing in the original one — but it’s definitely the same shoes."
She added that she believes a cardigan had been added on over the top in the Mother's Day image, and pointed out that Charlotte's skirt appeared to have been digitally altered to look like a checked material, with part of it appearing to be one of the most "glaring" giveaways that the image was Photoshopped as it did not sit right on her body in the photo.
Allyn also noted that Prince George's outfit was also pretty similar on both occasions, with him wearing a checked shirt under a sweater, which she believed had been digitally altered to look like a darker color in the Mother's Day snap.
She explained: "It’s weird to me that Kate is wearing a sweater that looks suspiciously exactly like that cream sweater except just happens to be darker, with the same exact shoes, and the same exact kind of looking pants, and then her daughter’s wearing the same exact sweater with the ruffled neck, with the same exact shoes, and possibly the same tights."
The TikToker added in a follow-up video that her followers had also pointed out that Charlotte appeared to have a white bracelet peeking out from under her cardigan sleeve which matched one she was wearing to the charity in November.
She also noted that the shirt Prince Louis was wearing was a similar pattern to the one in the image, as well the jeans he is wearing, however, acknowledged that the shoes he had on were different, though that could have been down to him changing them or them being edited to look like a different shoe entirely.
Another separate theory that has also circulated is some suspect that Kate's face in the edited image had actually been lifted from her 2016 Vogue magazine cover as the two photos appeared strikingly similar.
While the Prince and Princess of Wales have yet to speak out publicly about the claims, barring Catherine's acknowledgment that she had edited the photo, a source close to the Palace told People: "[Catherine] has apologized and graciously so.
"She has done something that 99% of us do — and we don’t have the scrutiny that they do. She might be a member of the royal family, but she’s also a human being. If you’ve just had an operation, you want to look your best with the first photograph that’s published for the outside world."
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Published 15:21 11 Mar 2024 GMT
Fans of the Royal Family have all been left saying the same thing after a statement was released by Kensington Palace in which Princess Catherine admitted to editing a photo that had been released to mark Mother's Day in the UK on Sunday.
The Palace released its first official photograph of Princess Catherine since she underwent abdominal surgery in January, showing her surrounded by her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
While the image showed the Princess and her children smiling broadly, the public soon began to spot some discrepancies with the image, appearing to reveal that it had been edited.
The controversy was further fuelled when multiple international picture agencies refused to circulate the photograph, with the Associated Press going as far as to say it had been "manipulated by the source".
The photo was shared on Monday alongside the caption: "Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months. Wishing everyone a Happy Mother's Day," adding that the image was taken by Prince William, with the date being simply "2024".
A statement was then shared on Monday on the Prince and Princess of Wales's official Twitter account addressing the claims the photo had been edited, with Kate claiming it was she who had tampered with the original image.
The tweet read: "Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C."
Following the Princess's claims that she had been the one to edit the image, many fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts - and all of them were calling for the same thing.
One commented: "So the original unedited version will be shared when?!" while another added: "Would love to know what the original picture looked like."
Another wrote: "Release the original please", while someone else commented: "Would love to see the original - I can’t believe how much of a fuss people have kicked up over nothing - you have absolutely no need to apologise!"
A fan added: "but why bother at all? Just post the happy snap," while someone else wrote: "OK, post the unedited photos or a video."
Many others also called for Catherine to share a video message to quell the speculation of the public after wild rumors began to spread online about her whereabouts.
One commented: "post a video instead", while another added: "Surely if you have time and ability to edit pictures, you can take more recent pictures or a video"
Someone else wrote: "I believe all this when we see Kate on video talking to the press or at a public function. This is crazy!"
The Princess of Wales has maintained a low profile since undergoing the planned procedure earlier this year, canceling numerous engagements as she focused on her recovery, with her expected to return to public duty after Easter.
While a photo of her surfaced last week, showing her seated in a car driven by her mother, Carole Middleton, this new image marks her first public appearance since the surgery.
She was also spotted in a car with Prince William on Monday as the pair left Windsor Castle to head to London together.
The Princess was hospitalized in January, however, the Palace did not divulge any details about the procedure she underwent, other than that it was planned and it was not related to cancer.
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Published 11:01 11 Mar 2024 GMT
The Princess of Wales has released a statement, admitting to editing the first photo released of her since she underwent surgery.
This comes after the photo sparked controversy when its authenticity was called into question.
On Sunday (March 10), the first image of Princess Catherine since she underwent surgery was released - but multiple news agencies have refused to publish it, over fears that it has been "manipulated".
The Princess of Wales has maintained a low profile since undergoing the planned procedure earlier this year, canceling numerous engagements as she focused on her recovery.
While a candid photo of her surfaced last week, showing her seated in a car driven by her mother, Carole Middleton, this new image marks her first public appearance since the surgery.
Captured by her husband, Prince William, the photograph shows Princess Catherine seated in a garden chair, as she poses alongside her three children. The image was then shared on the official Kensington Royal X and Instagram accounts on behalf of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Prince George stands behind her, while Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis stand at her sides, all with big smiles.
Accompanying the image, a message from the royal couple expresses gratitude for the outpouring of support received during the Princess's recovery: "Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months. Wishing everyone a Happy Mother's Day."
The image was simply dated "2024" in the post's caption.
Multiple international picture agencies questioned its authenticity. Chris Ship, ITV's Royal editor, revealed that at least three major agencies have refused to distribute the image.
Associated Press went as far as to report that the image had been manipulated by the palace.
Reuters then confirmed that they were also deleting the photo following a "post-publication review".
The controversy didn't stop there. Observant users on social media platforms raised concerns about apparent discrepancies in the photo. Some pointed out anomalies in Prince Louis' hand, particularly his missing finger, while others questioned the clarity of certain details in the image.
Speculations ran wild as individuals analyzed the photo, with some suggesting potential inconsistencies such as Princess Charlotte's cardigan and the absence of Princess Catherine's ring.
The Princess of Wales has now apologized for the confusion, stating: "Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother's Day. C."
Following her hospitalization in January, the Palace refrained from divulging specifics about the Princess's surgery but reassured the public that it was unrelated to cancer.
Initially expected to resume public engagements after Easter, recent developments have led to uncertainty regarding her upcoming appearances.
Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine, suggests that Princess Catherine is eager to return to her duties, with plans potentially set in motion for post-Easter engagements.
After spending 13 days at the London Clinic, the Princess returned to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor to continue her recovery alongside Prince William and their children.
In late February, a representative for the Princess had to make a statement after rumors of the Princess's whereabouts circulated on social media.
"Kensington Palace clarified in January the expected recovery period for the princess and stated that we would only share important updates," her representative informed Page Six. "We continue to follow that directive."
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Published 04:03 11 Mar 2024 GMT
On Sunday, the first image of Princess Catherine since she underwent surgery was released - but multiple news agencies have refused to publish it, over fears that it has been "manipulated".
The Princess of Wales has maintained a low profile since undergoing the planned procedure earlier this year, canceling numerous engagements as she focused on her recovery.
While a candid photo of her surfaced last week, showing her seated in a car driven by her mother, Carole Middleton, this new image marks her first public appearance since the surgery.
Captured by her husband, Prince William, the photograph shows Princess Catherine seated in a garden chair, as she poses alongside her three children. The image was then shared on the official Kensington Royal X and Instagram accounts on behalf of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Prince George stands behind her, while Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis stand at her sides, all with big smiles.
Accompanying the image, a message from the royal couple expresses gratitude for the outpouring of support received during the Princess's recovery: "Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months. Wishing everyone a Happy Mother's Day."
The image was simply dated "2024" in the post's caption.
However, the photo's authenticity has been called into question by multiple international picture agencies. Chris Ship, ITV's Royal editor, revealed that at least three major agencies have refused to distribute the image.
Associated Press went as far as to report that the image had been manipulated by the palace.
Reuters then confirmed that they were also deleting the photo following a "post-publication review".
The controversy didn't stop there. Observant users on social media platforms raised concerns about apparent discrepancies in the photo. Some pointed out anomalies in Prince Louis' hand, particularly his missing finger, while others questioned the clarity of certain details in the image.
Speculations ran wild as individuals analyzed the photo, with some suggesting potential inconsistencies such as Princess Charlotte's cardigan and the absence of Princess Catherine's ring.
Kensington Palace has declined to comment on accusations that the image was edited, per BBC News.
Following her hospitalization in January, the Palace refrained from divulging specifics about the Princess's surgery but reassured the public that it was unrelated to cancer.
Initially expected to resume public engagements after Easter, recent developments have led to uncertainty regarding her upcoming appearances.
Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine, suggests that Princess Catherine is eager to return to her duties, with plans potentially set in motion for post-Easter engagements.
After spending 13 days at the London Clinic, the Princess returned to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor to continue her recovery alongside Prince William and their children.
In late February, a representative for the Princess had to make a statement after rumors of the Princess's whereabouts circulated on social media.
"Kensington Palace clarified in January the expected recovery period for the princess and stated that we would only share important updates," her representative informed Page Six. "We continue to follow that directive."
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Published 11:04 10 Mar 2024 GMT
The first official photograph of Princess Catherine has been shared by the Palace following her abdominal surgery in January.
The Princess of Wales has maintained a low profile since undergoing the planned procedure, after canceling a host of engagements in the coming months.
One photo of her sitting in the passenger seat of a car driven by her mother, Carole Middleton, emerged last week, but the Princess has otherwise not been seen publicly since having surgery.
Now, the Palace has shared a stunning photo of her smiling alongside her three children to mark Mother's Day in the UK.
In the photo, the Princess looks radiant as she sits in a garden chair, with Prince George behind her with his arms wrapped around his mother, and Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte on either side of her, all smiling broadly.
The Princess is seen casually dressed in jeans, lace-up boots, and a jacket, with her long, dark brown hair in her signature loose waves around her shoulders.
The photo, taken by her husband Prince William this year, was shared along with a message for all the well-wishers who had sent her messages of support during her recovery.
The couple wrote: "Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months. Wishing everyone a Happy Mother's Day."
After Kate was admitted to hospital in January, the Palace declined to offer any details on the reason for her surgery, but reassured the public that it was not cancer-related.
Her public engagements were expected to be postponed until Easter, however, a post on the British Army website stating that she would be attending the Trooping the Colour 2024 show on the Horse Guards Parade in London on June 15 was recently retracted.
According to Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine, Princess Catherine is "doing her best to return to work" as soon as possible, and it is believed that she will begin some duties after Easter.
Princess Catherine had spent a total of 13 days at the London Clinic in January after her surgery, before returning to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor to reunite with William and their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
"The Princess of Wales has returned home to Windsor to continue her recovery from surgery. She is making good progress," Kensington Palace announced in a statement upon her release. "The Prince and Princess wish to say a huge thank you to the entire team at the London Clinic, especially the dedicated nursing staff, for the care they have provided."
In late February, a representative for the Princess had to make a statement after rumors of the Princess's whereabouts circulated on social media.
"Kensington Palace clarified in January the expected recovery period for the princess and stated that we would only share important updates," her representative informed Page Six. "We continue to follow that directive."
We wish the Princess well in her continued recovery.
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Published 17:24 20 Mar 2024 GMT
Getty has confirmed that a picture featuring Prince Archie was also manipulated, as the Royal Family continues to draw speculation and confusion.
The Royal Family, particularly Princess Catherine, have been stealing the headlines lately - though it's not because they've done something to warrant the attention.
In fact, it's what they haven't done that's caused all of the intrigue - given that Princess Catherine was last seen in public in December before a recent sighting at a farm shop.
What hasn't helped all of the speculation is Princess Catherine sharing a photo for Mother's Day that was later confirmed to be edited.
The Princess later owned up to the editing, writing: "Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day. C."
Despite her admittance, people still questioned why the photo needed to be edited... but it turns out that the Royal Family has a track record of touching up images.
Getty Images issued a note on Tuesday regarding the official family portrait taken during Prince Archie’s christening in July 2019. The portrait features the then-two-month-old son of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, per the New York Post.
Getty Images stated that the stately portrait, taken at Windsor Castle, was "digitally enhanced," though no explicit details were provided on the nature of these enhancements, as the image displayed no apparent signs of manipulation.
The portrait was captured by fashion and portrait photographer Chris Allerton, who dismissed any suggestions of tampering. "Load of cobblers. Bye," he responded to the Daily Mail, using a British slang term for "nonsense."
Allerton's photo portrays Prince Harry and Markle cradling their infant son, surrounded by their extended family, including King Charles and Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Catherine, Markle’s mother, Doria Ragland, and Princess Diana’s sisters.
Getty Images has yet to respond to inquiries regarding the specifics that prompted the warning about the nearly five-year-old image.
This development follows Getty's re-evaluation of an image taken in August 2022, featuring the late Queen Elizabeth II with her grandchildren, which the agency concluded had been "digitally enhanced at source."
Among others captured in the frame are Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor, James, Earl of Wessex, Lena Tindall, Isla Phillips, Mia Tindall, Lucas Tindall, and Savannah Phillips, gathered around the late monarch on a sofa.
Addressing the matter, Getty Images elucidated in a statement: "Getty Images can confirm that in accordance with its editorial policy it has placed an editor's note on a handout image stating the image has been digitally enhanced at source."
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