The clip, which has now surpassed 3.2 million views on X, shows what many online users believe to be a noticeable scar along the left temple of the Princess of Wales. The footage quickly reignited speculation that had largely quieted down earlier in the year.

Claims Linking the Scar to a 2024 Medical Emergency

Online theories trace back to January 2024, when Spanish journalist Concha Calleja alleged that Kate “was in great danger” following abdominal surgery and had been placed into an induced coma to save her life.

According to The Times of London, Calleja appeared on Spanish television claiming she had “spoken to an aide from the royal household in a completely off-the-record manner,” an assertion that Palace sources strongly denied.

“The doctors had to take drastic decisions at that moment because of the complications that arose,” Calleja reportedly said.

“The decision was to put her in an induced coma. They had to intubate her. There were serious complications that they didn’t expect because the operation went well, but the postoperative period didn’t go so well.”

She added that “the concern in the royal household was palpable. It was about saving her life.”

Palace Denials and Continued Allegations

The rumors, first circulated by Calleja—who specializes in celebrity biographies—were swiftly dismissed by a palace source as “total nonsense,” “fundamentally, totally made-up,” and “absolutely not the case.”

The insider also claimed the journalist made no attempt to verify her information with anyone in the household.

Despite this, Calleja stood by her account. Appearing again on the Spanish show Fiesta, she repeated that Kate had been in serious danger and said she trusted her source after 27 years covering the royal family.

“What happens is that they feel upset because we have discovered the truth,” she said. “This happens when you touch a nerve, it is annoying.”

She also alleged that Kate was hospitalized on December 28—just days after Christmas—and that doctors later set up “practically an entire hospital” inside Adelaide Cottage for her recovery. The Palace declined to comment further, confirming only that Kate had undergone “planned abdominal surgery.”

Silence, Speculation, and Official Updates

The lack of detail unsettled royal watchers, especially as Kate disappeared from public view for weeks. Matters worsened when Kensington Palace released a family photograph that was later withdrawn due to visible editing issues, prompting what many dubbed a “horrific photoshop fail.”

Commentators began questioning the official narrative.

“I just want to know if Princess Kate is alright, because I believe the Spanish journalist’s report,” one reader wrote.

Kate later addressed the situation herself, revealing in a video message that cancer had been discovered during post-operative tests and that she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy. In January 2025, she confirmed she was in remission.

Still, skepticism lingered. “I’ve been saying all along that Kate Middleton never had cancer,” one X user claimed.

A New Focus on the Alleged Scar

Just as the controversy seemed to fade, attention shifted to the supposed temple scar seen in the Christmas footage.

“I didn’t realize how big and deep a scar it is until this video,” one commenter said. “What happened to her? A scar on the face is one of a woman’s deepest fears.”

Others questioned the lack of media coverage. “If [Meghan] disappeared for six months and came back with a scar like that, the [British Media] would not ignore it like this,” one post read.

Some also scrutinized Kate’s styling choices. “She knows it’s visible! If she wanted to hide it… she could easily wear her hair differently,” a user insisted. “She knows what she’s doing!”

Why the Rumors Persist

Adding fuel to the debate, royal podcaster Anne reminded followers that Calleja had doubled down on her claims without facing legal action.

“She doubled down and the palace never sued her,” she wrote, suggesting this silence raised questions.

Kensington Palace, however, has not changed its position and has issued no further statements beyond the original updates on Kate Middleton’s cancer and recovery.