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Princess Kate trolls need to stop – she’s a superstar & will be bigger than EVER when she returns, says expert
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WHEN Princess Kate steps back into her royal duties she will be bigger than ever, an expert has claimed.
The Princess of Wales has been at home recovering since she bravely announced she was undergoing treatment for cancer in March.
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Sources this week claimed the Royal had been 'out and about' with Prince William and their three youngsters in recent weeks.
And expert Phil Dampier said when Kate does come back into the public eye she'll be bigger than ever.
The commentator said the future Queen had always been the star of the Royal Family - and trolls needed to leave her alone.
Speaking to Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson on The Sun's Royal Exclusive show, Phil said most people are patient and understanding about the Princess' absence.
He told The Sun: "I think most normal people are, most people are just happy to let her recover.
"Obviously you've still unfortunately got some very silly people on the internet, trolls on Twitter and various other things and I'm afraid there's nothing much you can do about those people.
"There are some nutters out there who will spread all sorts of ridiculous rumours about her but most people will be happy for her to recover in the background."
But Phil said he was certain that when Kate does come back, she'll be more idolised than she was before.
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The expert continued: "When she comes back she'll probably be bigger than ever but needs to make sure she's fully fit.
"She was already the biggest star in the Royal Family and when she comes back she'll be bigger than ever."
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It comes as The Sun's Royal Photographer hailed the Princess the "biggest star" in The Firm.
Arthur Edwards praised the Princess, who revealed her cancer diagnosis in March, for being an "incredible woman".
Speaking to The Sun's Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson, Arthur shared: "She's just a huge star in the royal family. I mean, it's no secret that she is the biggest star of them all."
Timeline of Kate's health battle & recovery
JANUARY 16: Kate is admitted to the London Clinic for abdominal surgery
JAN 17: Kensington Palace announce the princess underwent surgery
JAN 18: William spends time at Kate's bedside
JAN 23: The princess' hospital stay passes one week
JAN 29: Kate leaves hospital
FEBRUARY 27: Prince William pulls out of service last-minute due to 'personal matter', sparking wave of unfounded conspiracy theories about Kate’s health
MARCH 4: Princess pictured in the car with mum Carole on the Windsor estate
Mar 10: Royal posts a sweet snap of her and the kids for Mother's Day – then fans started spotting flaws, and massive agencies put out 'kill notice' on photo
Mar 11: Kate admits she edited photo, and is snapped in car with William
Mar 16: Royal fans spot the princess at farm shop near Windsor
Mar 17: Onlookers see Kate watching her youngsters playing sport
Mar 18: The Sun exclusively published video of Kate and Wills from two days prior
MARCH 22: Kate bravely reveals in an emotional video that she was given a shock cancer diagnosis
He added: "I think she's just an incredible woman in my view.
"She is not only a mother and rearing three beautiful children, she's a great member of the royal family.
"She's a hardworking member of the royal family.
"She's a great photographer, I have to say that, I must say her pictures get better and better and she shares them with us all."
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Princess Kate's message in full
I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you, personally, for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding whilst I have been recovering from surgery.
It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family, but I've had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me, for which I am so grateful.
In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous. The surgery was successful.
However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that
treatment.
This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family.
As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment.
But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to
George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be OK.
As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits.
Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you.
It means so much to us both. We hope that 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 being back when I am able, but for now I must focus on making a full recovery.
At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope.
You are not alone.