Although Princess Kate hasn't been officially seen since December 2023, she was recently spotted in her mother Carole Middleton's car. The newly unveiled image, displayed on Kensington Palace's social media platforms, showcases Kate with their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.However, the image has ignited widespread speculation after seeming to have undergone alterations in two areas: Princess Charlotte's arm and Kate's hands.
Royal biographer Angela Levin raised eyebrows by suggesting that the image was "peculiar" and hinted that Prince William might not have been the photographer, despite claims made in the post.Levin also proposed that the image might not have been taken in 2024, pointing out Kate's "slim face" in contrast to a surfaced image of her in her mother's car, where Levin noted she appeared "puffy-faced".
During an appearance on GB News, Levin remarked, "It seemed odd when they attributed it to Prince William because he hasn't learned photography. However, it's excellently captured with all the smiles and laughter." When questioned by host Eamonn Holmes about whether Kensington Palace would address the image, Levin replied, "They're likely having discussions, perhaps until tomorrow, but they'll have to make a statement. They could offer an apology, stating they assumed it came from the couple and distributed it without scrutiny. I think that would suffice."
Host Isabel Webster argued that it's not uncommon for the Royal Family to retouch photos, and GB News Royal Correspondent Cameron Walker added that while photo manipulation isn't unusual, the scrutiny surrounding this image is due to "Princess Kate's health."Isabel emphasized, "Many will sympathize with Princess Catherine. She was photographed against her wishes last week while entitled to privacy during her recovery. It's a challenging time for her, especially with her uncle seeking attention just as she's trying to recuperate."
Subsequently, the Princess of Wales personally apologized for any confusion surrounding the family photograph issued by Kensington Palace, stating, "Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing."
