Narinder Kaur Slams Racist Backlash Over Post Questioning Kate Middleton's 'Aged' Appearance
Narinder Kaur, a regular guest on Good Morning Britain, has come under heavy criticism after making a social media remark about Catherine, Princess of Wales. Kaur questioned why the Princess appeared to have "aged so much." Her comment, shared on X (formerly Twitter), has been met with significant backlash for being insensitive, particularly considering the Princess's recent struggle with cancer, which was publicly revealed earlier this year.
Backlash Over Remark On Kate's Looks
Kaur's post featured a picture of the Princess of Wales from the recent Remembrance Sunday service. She raised the question of why Kate seemed to look older than her 42 years, wondering aloud, "Could she be a smoker?" This remark drew immediate backlash, with one commenter saying, "SHE HAS FOUGHT CANCER. Your words are incredibly offensive," as reported by the Daily Mail. Initially, Kaur defended her comment but later admitted in a video that it was "foolish." However, she also pointed out the racial and gender-based harassment she experienced in response, stating, "I sent out a thoughtless tweet. That wasn't my goal... I've acknowledged my mistake and apologized if anyone was hurt by it."
Kate Resumes Royal Duties Despite Health Issues
Kaur's remark comes at a particularly delicate time, as it follows Kate Middleton's return to public life after receiving treatment for an undisclosed type of cancer. Earlier this year, the Princess shared that she had surgery on her abdomen in January, which was initially for a non-cancerous issue. However, later tests revealed the presence of cancer cells, prompting her to undergo preventive chemotherapy. In recent weeks, Kate has resumed her royal engagements, and her composed appearance at Remembrance Sunday was met with praise from royal watchers. Body language specialist Judi James noted that the Princess carried herself with a "fiercely regal" presence, showing remarkable resilience despite her ongoing health challenges.
Celebrity Remarks Spark Backlash On Kate's Absence
Kaur isn’t the only one facing criticism in light of Kate's health news. Other notable figures, like Blake Lively and Kim Kardashian, have also come under fire for their comments about Kate’s absence from the public eye. As reported by the Independent, Lively expressed her regret over a past post referencing the "photoshop fails" in an edited family photo of the Princess during that time. After the news of Kate's diagnosis broke, Lively said she felt "mortified" and apologized, clarifying that she never meant to upset anyone. Meanwhile, Kardashian faced public backlash for a post in which she wrote, "On my way to go find Kate," with many accusing her of being "insensitive."
Kaur Addresses Criticism And Racism
In a video reaction to the criticism, Narinder Kaur expressed her regret over the "foolish" remark she made and discussed the nature of the backlash she faced, which she felt went well beyond just negative feedback. Kaur highlighted that much of the response included racial slurs and threats from accounts associated with far-right ideologies and nationalist imagery. She pointed out the inconsistency in how people were treated on social media, stating, "Many individuals on Twitter have raised the same questions I did but didn’t face the sexual and racial abuse that I experienced." Kaur also revealed that her brother had died from cancer, adding a personal element to her thoughts about Kate Middleton's return to her public role.
Kaur clearly stated that she felt no need to apologize to anyone, especially considering the type of abuse she faced. She expressed her confusion over why people reacted more strongly to her remarks about Middleton's looks than to what she sees as more significant matters, like the profits that cancer charities might gain from royal connections. Kaur encouraged her critics to redirect their attention to what she believes are more important issues, pointing out the unequal response to her tweet and suggesting it reflects deeper racial prejudices. "The real issue here is that I, as a brown woman, an Indian, dared to comment on Kate's appearance... you won't silence me just because of my background."
