An American journalist burst into tears during a live broadcast after Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis.
The Princess of Wales, 42, announced in a heartfelt video message on Friday that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing ‘preventative’ chemotherapy.
Respond live to the news Talk TVpresenter Kinsey Schofield shed tears as she criticized the audience for being interested in Kate’s whereabouts in the weeks leading up to the shock diagnosis.
The Texas reporter also said she had lost “all faith in humanity” and slammed the “Kim Kardashians” and “John Olivers” of the world for “making fun of the situation.”
Speaking to British TV channel Vanessa Feltz, she said: ‘I’m just so angry. I’ve lost all faith in humanity… I’m just very disappointed with the way we treated her.
Texan journalist Kinsey Schofield (photo) burst into tears live after Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis
“I feel like we pushed her to make this statement. I’ve been making news all over the world for the past two weeks and I’ve been asked all kinds of horrible questions about this woman’s privacy.
‘About her credibility (questions like) ‘is she a liar’, ‘did she lie about the photo’, ‘do I really think she photoshopped the photo’?
She went on to say that cancer was “so scary and upsetting,” and praised Vanessa for exuding a “joyful” spirit on the TV platform.
She then said she was “angry” at “Kim Kardashians” and “John Olivers” for “making fun of the situation.”
Kim Kardashian was recently criticized by fans for her Instagram post ‘On the way to find Kate’ – days before the Royal announced she was battling cancer.
And British talk show host John Oliver sparked outrage last week after making a joke about the Princess of Wales, saying she “could have died 18 months ago.”
The journalist was visibly red in the face and fighting back tears as he defended the future monarch.
Vanessa also agreed that she was ‘shocked’ by the ‘extreme rudeness’ she encountered on a daily basis while working at Talk TV.
The Princess of Wales, 42, announced in a heartfelt video message on Friday that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing ‘preventive’ chemotherapy
The journalist said she had lost “all faith in humanity” and slammed the “Kim Kardashians” and “John Olivers” of the world for “ridiculing the situation”
Vanessa Feltz said she was ‘shocked’ by the ‘extreme rudeness’ she encountered every day while working at Talk TV
The presenter, 62, whose ex Ben Ofoedu, 51, was spotted with new girlfriend Precious Muir in London this week, launched a tirade against those spewing ‘malicious nonsense’ about the princess.
She added: ‘I’m baffled at how some imbecilic idiots who decide to write something malicious, entirely of their own invention, on their smartphones has somehow been an avalanche that has gained momentum and has gained strength.
‘Then sensible and credible journalists like you, journalists at the BBC – my former colleagues – are somehow forced to give some credence to this utter nonsense by A – having to acknowledge that it exists and B – commenting on it gives’.
She then offered her support to Kinsey, saying that if she hadn’t anchored the news show, she too would have burst into tears.
In a heartfelt video message released on Friday, Kate spoke of the ‘huge shock’ after tests diagnosed cancer following the operation and the ‘incredibly tough few months’ her family have been through.
The Royal’s cancer diagnosis sent shockwaves around the world and came after weeks of speculation – and wild conspiracy theories – about her health
The form of cancer has not been disclosed, but the future queen began a course of ‘preventative chemotherapy’ at the end of February and is said to be in a positive attitude towards her recovery and in good spirits. She describes herself as ‘good and getting stronger every time’. day’.
It is believed the princess made the decision to reveal the diagnosis herself but had her husband’s full support, despite his reported regret that she had felt forced to do so.
On Saturday evening, Kate said she felt ‘extremely touched’ by the widespread support that followed the brave announcement.
A spokesperson for Kensington Palace said on Saturday: ‘The Prince and Princess have both been hugely touched by the kind messages from people here in Britain, across the Commonwealth and around the world in response to Her Royal Highness’ message.
“They are extremely touched by the warmth and support of the public and are grateful for their understanding of their request for privacy at this time.”
Flowers were laid by well-wishers outside royal palaces yesterday, with a heartfelt note attached to a bouquet left at Windsor Castle capturing the feelings of many.
Hashtags including ‘WeLoveYouCatherine’ and ‘GetWellSoonCatherine’ were trending on social media site X all day yesterday.
Since then, a host of famous faces have rallied behind the Princess of Wales, including Davina McCall, Kate Garraway and Fearne Cotton, calling her ‘brave’ and sending their ‘thoughts and prayers’.
Amanda Holden, TV presenter Lorraine Kelly and Welsh actress Catherine Zeta-Jones have also written sweet messages to the princess.