King Charles Shares ‘Good News’ Amid Battle With Cancer

King Charles delivered a critical update on his cancer battle in a personal message televised December 12.

He shared “good news” about his health saying that early diagnosis and “effective intervention” means he is able to reduce his treatment in the new year. In the recorded video message broadcast on Channel 4 for the “Stand Up To Cancer” campaign, the King said: “This milestone is both a personal blessing and a testimony to the remarkable advances that have been made in cancer care.”

Britain’s Prince Charles, Prince of Wales proceeds through the Royal Gallery during the State Opening of Parliament at the Houses of Parliament, in London, on May 10, 2022. The 96-year-old monarch, who usually presides over the pomp-filled event and reads out her government’s legislative programme from a gilded throne in the House of Lords, will skip the annual showpiece on her doctors’ advice. (Photo by HANNAH MCKAY / POOL / AFP) (Photo by HANNAH MCKAY/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

The King stressed the importance of cancer screening and early detection in his address.

“I know from my own experience that a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming,” he said.

The King continued, “Yet I also know that early detection is the key that can transform treatment journeys, giving invaluable time to medical teams.”

Early detection could be a lifesaver, he said.

“Your life, or the life of someone you love, may depend upon it.”

This announcement comes after the 77-year-old head of the royal family was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer in 2024, and was broadcast as part of a national cancer awareness campaign in Britain.

Britain’s King Charles III delivers a speech during a State Banquet at Windsor Castle in Windsor, on December 3, 2025, the first day of a three day state visit by the German President. President Frank-Walter Steinmeier received a ceremonial welcome to Britain Wednesday as his state visit got into full swing — the first by Germany’s official head of state in 27 years. (Photo by Aaron Chown / POOL / AFP via Getty Images)

King Charles began treatment for cancer in February 2024 after it was detected during a procedure to treat an enlarged prostate. At the time, a palace official said that the King did not have prostate cancer, and noted that Buckingham Palace would not provide regular updates on his treatment.

Britain’s King Charles III arrives to attend an Advent service at Westminster Abbey in central London on December 10, 2025. (Photo by Chris Jackson / POOL / AFP via Getty Images)

The King’s remarks are unusual for the royal family, which traditionally does not divulge royal family health details. (RELATED: King Charles Strips Andrew Of ‘Prince’ Title After Epstein Fallout)
King Charles ascended to the throne in 2022, and returned to a full schedule in 2025 after suspending public engagements to focus on cancer treatment.