How Prince Harry Found Out About King Charles' Cancer Diagnosis

Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex attend the "Our Planet" global premiere at Natural History Museum on April 4, 2019, in London, England.

Less than two weeks after Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles III was diagnosed with cancer, the British monarch's younger son, Prince Harry broke his silence.

Prince Harry opened up about his father’s cancer diagnosis during an interview with Good Morning America, while in Canada for the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025's One Year to Go celebration. In the process, the Duke of Sussex revealed he learned about King Charles' cancer by phone.

"I spoke to him. I jumped on a plane and went to go see him as soon as I could,” he explained.

On Feb. 6, Prince Harry flew in from LAX to Clarence House in London, England, to visit King Charles.

"Look, I love my family," he continued. "The fact that I was able to get on a plane and go and see him and spend any time with him, I’m grateful for that.”

Buckingham Palace released a statement on Feb. 5 to announce a health update regarding King Charles.

"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," the announcement on X read. "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."

The message continued: "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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