King writes privately to Joe Biden to share his support after former president diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
The King is still undergoing treatment for his own cancer
WORDS OF SUPPORT King writes privately to Joe Biden to share his support after former president diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
KING Charles has written to former US President Joe Biden following his diagnosis with prostate cancer, the palace has said.
The King, who is still undergoing his own treatment for an undisclosed cancer, expressed his support and sent his best wishes to Biden privately.
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King Charles pictured with Joe Biden in the Grand Corridor at Windsor Castle, Berkshire, during the former president's visit to the UK in 2023
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The 82-year-old later wrote on X: "Cancer touches us all," sharing a picture of himself with his wife and their cat
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Former US President Barack Obama sent well-wishes to Biden
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The King hosted the then-American leader for tea and talks at Windsor in July 2023, with a spokesman for the monarch saying the relationship between the pair had been "extremely cordial".
The monarch, 76, has been treated for cancer every week for more than a year, and recently penned an optimistic message saying "cancer diagnosis need never mean facing the future without hope and support".
He said those behind cancer research breakthroughs "have my whole family's deepest admiration and gratitude".
Biden also attended Queen Elizabeth II's funeral in 2022.
In 2021, he and Charles, then the Prince of Wales, held a bilateral meeting during the Cop-26 summit in Glasgow.
Biden was diagnosed on Friday, with tests revealing the cancer had spread to his bones.
The 82-year-old later wrote on X: "Cancer touches us all," sharing a picture of himself with his wife and their cat.
"Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places.
"Thank you for lifting us up with love and support."
Biden's health update came after he was experiencing urinary symptoms.
During a medical exam, a prostate nodule was detected.
Biden's team said the cancer appears to be hormone sensitive, meaning there's a prospect it could be "effectively managed."
The president and his family are currently reviewing treatment options with his doctors.
Current American President Donald Trump wrote on his Truth social platform: "Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis.
"We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery."
Biden's vice president, Kamala Harris, and former president Barack Obama also wished him well.
"Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe, and I am certain he will fight this challenge with his trademark resolve and grace," Obama said.
"We pray for a fast and full recovery."
Biden's diagnosis comes three years after he had non-melanoma skin cancers removed.
"These lesions were completely excised, with clear margins," officials said at the time.
The following year, Biden had a cancerous legion removed from his chest.
The finding was confirmed in a memo following his annual physical exam.
"All cancerous tissue was successfully removed," Kevin O'Connor, the-then White House physician said at the time.
O'Connor revealed Biden didn't need any further treatment.
Speculation about Biden's fitness for office was rampant during his only term as president.
He was forced to abandon his re-election campaign in July 2024 weeks after a disastrous debate against Trump.
King Charles recently hosted a reception at Buckingham Palace to "celebrate and above all thank" health heroes who "selflessly give care, comfort and reassurance" to the 1,000 people every day diagnosed with cancer.
In a written message for the event, he added: "But as one among those statistics myself, I can vouch for the fact that it can also be an experience that brings into sharp focus the very best of humanity."
The Princess of Wales, 43, who is in remission, has also been on a long cancer struggle.
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Trump posted on his Truth social platform following Biden's health news
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King Charles and Joe Biden at the dais in the Quadrangle before inspecting the Guard of Honour at Windsor Castle on July 10, 2023
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