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Shakira, Juan Gabriel, Telenovelas: Latinos Give A Meme Twist to Kate Middleton's Mediatized Disappearance

Kate Middleton Shakira Juan Gabriel Camila Juan Guaidó King Charles III Prince William Buckingham Palace (Organization) KENSINGTON PALACE (Organization)

MIAMI - The absence of public appearances by Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has sparked a torrent of conspiracy theories, memes, comments, and even songs. The interest and creativity of the public seem to be endless and potent. Yet, few can match the ingenuity of Latin social media users, who have drawn on their knowledge of Shakira, Juan Gabriel, telenovelas, music, politics, and even the deductive powers of mamás latinas to depict the frenzy that has engulfed the world as it collectively and eagerly awaiting news of Prince William's wife.

Kate Middleton's absence from public view since Christmas 2023 has led to widespread speculation and various theories. Kensington Palace announced in January 2024 that she was hospitalized for abdominal surgery and was not expected to return to public duties until after Easter. Her request for privacy, especially concerning her children, was emphasized in the statement.

Amidst her absence, King Charles announced he was seeking treatment for an enlarged prostate and later revealed a cancer diagnosis. This transparency was seen as a way to prevent speculation and aid public understanding of the disease. The media and public reaction varied, with speculations ranging from Kate being in a medically induced coma, experiencing a mental health breakdown, donating a kidney to her royal father-in-law, and even rumors of a secret divorce from Prince William. However, these theories are largely unsubstantiated.

The image that sparked Kate Middleton's saga online

In March 2024, paparazzi photos of Kate driving around Windsor with her mother surfaced, followed by a family photo shared on social media for Mother's Day. However, the photo was later retracted due to manipulation. The public speculation about her condition exploded to the point of no return. The wilder the theories of what happened to the princess, the funnier the memes.

Some of them are related to Shakira. The Colombian artist is releasing her first album in seven years, so she is on the minds of her fans. Others are suggesting that a Latina mom - known for an uncanny ability to find EVERYTHING - should be in charge of finding princess George, Charlotte and Louis mom.

There are also comparisons to well-known and long-suffering leading female characters in telenovelas. Although the crazier ones are related to Venezuelan political moments in time, like an allegedly proof of life provided by the Cuban government before Hugo Chávez's death, and a joke about Juan Guaidó's period as a temporary president of the country.

The longer Kensington Palace (the office of the Princess and Prince of Wales) and Buckingham Palace, (the office of King Charles III and Queen Camila) take to provide a credible explanation about what happened to Kate Middleton and a proof of life, the imagination of very creative people will keep producing amazing content. All while the world mixes laughter with best wishes for the Princess of Wales and her children.

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