Piers Morgan and Gary Lineker support King Charles amid 'awful' cancer diagnosis
Piers Morgan, Gary Lineker and Frank Bruno are among the stars who have shared their support to King Charles following his cancer diagnosis.
TalkTV host Piers posted Buckingham Palace's statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, with the caption: "BREAKING: King Charles has cancer, Buckingham Palace has announced. He is undergoing treatment and has cancelled all public engagements. Shocking news. I wish His Majesty a full and speedy recovery."
"Long live the King," Piers subsequently posted on X alongside a photograph of Charles with Queen Camilla while Match of the Day host Gary wrote: "Really sorry to hear the news that King Charles has cancer. Awful news. Wish him a full and speedy recovery."
Piers Morgan shared Buckingham Palace's statement on social media (Getty Images)Former heavyweight champion Frank Bruno also took to social media to share his support for the King. He wrote: "Just heard the news about King Charles thoughts and prayers with him and the Royal Family. When are we ever to be rid of this evil disease Cancer?"
Meanwhile, Lorraine Kelly urged Prince Harry to "build bridges" with his father after it emerged that the Duke of Sussex had spoken to his father and would be returning to the UK. She wrote: "Families need to come together at times like this - good that Prince Harry coming over to see his dad. Hopefully bridges can be rebuilt."
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Good Morning Britain weather presenter Alex Beresford posted a picture of a young Charles sitting with Prince William and Harry as children. He captioned the post: "I just want to hear that The King, Princes William and Harry were all in a room united in the love they have for their father. That kind of medicine the doctor can’t prescribe."
Several celebrities shared their support to the King on Instagram where the Royal Family's official account posted Buckingham Palace's statement. Love Island's Dr Alex George commented: "Sending love, thoughts and best wishes."
Katie Piper added: "Sending best wishes," alongside a red heart. Lizzie Cundy shared Buckingham Palace's statement on Instagram as she wrote: "Wishing His Majesty a full and speedy recovery."
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on X: “Wishing His Majesty a full and speedy recovery. I have no doubt he’ll be back to full strength in no time and I know the whole country will be wishing him well.” Labour leader Keir Starmer said: "On behalf of the Labour Party, I wish His Majesty all the very best for his recovery. We look forward to seeing him back to swift full health."
Gary Lineker shared his support for the King (The Daily Mirror)Royal officials revealed on Monday that Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun treatment. Here is the statement from Buckingham Palace in full: "During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.
"His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties. Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.
"The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.
"His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
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