Buckingham Palace Denies False Reports Claiming King Charles III Has Died
Buckingham Palace has firmly denied false online reports claiming that King Charles III had died, confirming that the monarch remains alive and continues to carry out official responsibilities. The misinformation spread after a Russian news outlet published a fabricated statement that closely resembled an official palace announcement, complete with a replica of the royal seal.
In response, Buckingham Palace issued a statement confirming that the King “is continuing with official and private business,” rejecting the false report and reassuring the public about his status.
The rumors emerged amid heightened public interest in the King’s health following the palace’s announcement in February that Charles had been diagnosed with a form of cancer after treatment for an enlarged prostate. Palace officials have not disclosed the specific type of cancer but have stated that it is unrelated to prostate cancer.
Since beginning treatment, King Charles has reduced his public engagements while continuing to perform constitutional duties, review government documents, and hold private meetings at Buckingham Palace. In a public statement, he thanked people around the world for their messages of support, describing the encouragement as deeply meaningful during his treatment.
The incident underscores how quickly misinformation can spread online, particularly during periods of heightened public interest in prominent public figures.
