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Princess Catherine, the Princess of Wales, issued a public apology on Monday regarding an edited official family photograph that stirred controversy and prompted news agencies, including AFP, to remove the image from their systems. The photo, featuring Kate with her three children, marked the first official picture of the Princess of Wales since her abdominal surgery in January.
In a statement, Kate acknowledged her experimentation with editing, a practice common among amateur photographers. She expressed regret for any confusion caused by the shared family photograph and hoped that those celebrating Mother's Day had a joyful experience.
The Royals faced scrutiny as concerns arose over potential digital manipulation of the image, leading picture agencies like Reuters, AP, Getty, and AFP to withdraw the photo. This move, as reported by DailyMail, was deemed "damaging," prompting experts to assert that it raises questions about the trustworthiness of health updates from the royal family. Fans pointed out alleged editing errors, contributing to the agencies' decision to pull the photo. Princess Catherine's Twitter apology sought to address the situation and extend well-wishes for Mother's Day celebrations.
