LONDON. Princess Kate of Wales issued a formal apology on Monday regarding a manipulated family photograph released by the palace, which inadvertently stirred confusion and speculation about her well-being instead of allaying concerns.
The photo, featuring Kate alongside her children, was intended to reassure the public amid ongoing speculation about the princess’s health following recent surgery. However, concerns over digital manipulation prompted five major news agencies, including The Associated Press, to retract the image, exacerbating online rumors.
In a social media statement, Kate expressed regret over the confusion caused by the edited photograph, stating, “Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing.” She extended her apologies for any misinterpretation the image may have caused.
The palace clarified that the photo was captured by Prince William and released by Kensington Palace on Sunday to coincide with Mother’s Day in Britain. Notably, it marked the first official photograph of Kate since her abdominal surgery nearly two months ago.
“Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months,” Kate conveyed her gratitude on social media, adding, “Wishing everyone a Happy Mother’s Day.”
While there was no implication of the photo being fabricated, The Associated Press retracted its publication due to discrepancies discovered upon closer examination. Notably, inconsistencies in the alignment of Princess Charlotte’s left hand were detected, prompting the retraction in line with AP’s stringent photo standards.
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Paraluman P. Funtanilla is Tutubi News Magazine's Marketing Specialist and is a Contributing Editor. She finished her degree in Communication Arts in De La Salle Lipa. She has worked as a Digital Marketer for start-up businesses and small business spaces for the past two years. She has earned certificates from Coursera on Brand Management: Aligning Business Brand and Behavior and Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content. She also worked with Asia Express Romania TV Show.
