Comedian Stephen Colbert has come under fire for not apologizing for a joke he made at the expense of Kate Middleton and her husband, Prince William.
During a recent episode of his late-night talk show, Colbert brought up the topic of Kate’s cancer diagnosis, and while admitting that his joke had upset some people, the comedian avoided issuing a direct apology; instead, he sent congratulations to the princess.
Stephen Colbert Says He’s Aware His Kate Middleton Jokes ‘Upset Some People’
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During a monologue for a recent episode of his show, Colbert discussed the now-controversial Kate Middleton joke, which has received severe backlash.
“You know, guys, I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but we do a lot of shows and I tell a lot of jokes, and I tell jokes about a lot of different things, mostly things that everybody talks about,” Colbert began, per Every day Mail. “And for the past six weeks to two months, everyone has been talking about the mysterious disappearance of Kate Middleton from public life.”
The comedian later stated that, like many others, he made jokes about his “loss” and realized that they “disturbed some people.”
He then added, “There is a standard that I try to hold myself to. And that’s it, I don’t belittle other people’s tragedies.”
Stephen Colbert Sends Princess of Wales ‘Good Wishes’
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In his monologue, Colbert discussed Kate’s “prognosis,” noting that as a future queen, she will have access to the best care in the world and will likely come out of this experience stronger.
However, he noted that, no matter what, a cancer diagnosis is always “tragic” news for patients and their loved ones.
Colbert said, “Right now, I don’t know if the prognosis is tragic; she is the future Queen of England, and I assume she will have the best medical care. But no matter what it is, I know, and I’m sure many of you, too many of us, know that any type of cancer diagnosis is distressing for patients and their families.”
Concluding his monologue, Colbert wished the princess a speedy recovery, saying: “And, while I’m sure they don’t need it from me, I and everyone here at ‘The Late Show’ want to send our best wishes. may he recover quickly and get well.”
Stephen Colbert Slammed For Not Apologizing
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Colbert has now come under fire for speaking out on the issue without giving the princess a direct apology for his joke made at her and her husband, Prince William’s expense.
Speaking about the ineptitude, former press secretary to the late Queen Elizabeth II, Dickie Arbiter said: “She may be full of self-pity but she’s not apologizing.”
Arbiter continued on X (formerly Twitter): “American chat show hosts have a cruel capacity for making jokes at the expense of others and Colbert is no exception. Buckingham Palace says he’s had surgery, and will be out for a few weeks. The Princess of Wales isn’t gone, she’s recovered.”
American chat show hosts have a ruthless capacity for making jokes at the expense of others and Colbert is no exception. Buckingham Palace said he had undergone surgery, and would be out for several weeks. The Princess of Wales is not missing, she is recovering. This is not good enough for… https://t.co/7kFnL2tJvH
— Dickie Arbiter LVO 🇬🇧 (@RoyalDickie) March 26, 2024
“This is not good enough for chat show hosts or Twitterati – SHAME on you all. There is a clear message – engage the brain before the mouth if the former exists,” said the former press secretary.
Other social media users also commented on Colbert’s monologue, with one writing, “He’s an idiot. That’s not an apology. I am very ashamed of my country’s media. [It’s] has been out of control for [years].”
Another said: “Many mainstream journalists, including ITV’s Chris Ship, jumped on board [the] bully bandwagon. Cruelty is not limited to US TV hosts and social media.”
What Jokes Did Stephen Colbert Make About Kate Middleton?
During a previous episode of “The Late Show,” Colbert poked fun at the wild conspiracy theories surrounding Kate’s absence from her royal duties. The comedian is also tied to long-running rumors about William and the Marchioness of Cholmondeley, Rose Hanbury.
Colbert quipped: “The kingdom has been rocked by Kate Middleton’s apparent disappearance. Now, internet researchers are speculating that Kate’s absence may have something to do with her husband and future King of England, William, having an affair.”
He later wryly sympathized with the Princess of Wales, adding: “Oh no, my heart goes out to poor Kate.”
Colbert later joked about William’s affair rumors: “So, I think we all know who the other alleged woman is. Say it with me –– Marchioness of Cholmondeley –– a beautiful name!”
The comedian emphasized that Cholmondeley was pronounced “Chumley,” making it a joke throughout his segment.
Kate Middleton Opens Up About Her Cancer Diagnosis
A message from Catherine, Princess of Wales pic.twitter.com/5LQT1qGarK
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) March 22, 2024
Kate, in a short video, shocked the world when she announced last Friday that she had been diagnosed with cancer.
The Princess of Wales revealed that the cancer diagnosis came after she underwent successful abdominal surgery in January for a condition she was told was non-cancerous. Unfortunately for the mother of three, after further tests, her doctor found cancer in her system.
Because of the bad news, her medical team advised her to start “preventive chemotherapy.” He is currently in the early stages of treatment.
In the video, Kate stated, “We hope you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy, and I look forward to returning when I can, but for now, I must focus on a full recovery.”
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