Conspiracy theories about the British royal family have been running wild lately, with rumors swirling that Buckingham Palace was preparing to make a major announcement.

Speculation reached a fever pitch, with some claiming that even the BBC was on standby to cover the news.

People wondered if the announcement concerned Kate, the Princess of Wales, or Prince Charles, with social media buzzing with theories throughout the night.

By morning, the rumor had become the top trending topic on Twitter.

However, despite the frenzy, neither CBS News nor the BBC — its UK partner — had received any official confirmation or briefing about the supposed announcement. The British royal family is notoriously tight-lipped about personal matters, typically saving public statements for national events like weddings or royal births. Therefore, it came as a surprise when Buckingham Palace revealed a personal health update on King Charles in early 2024.

Catherine’s absence from public engagements had sparked speculation for months, and the announcement gave the world a glimpse into the personal struggles facing the royal family. For many, seeing the Princess of Wales go through such a difficult time made her seem more relatable as a mother and a public figure.

The decision to share her diagnosis also highlighted the pressure of being a member of the royal family, particularly when balancing personal health challenges with public expectations.

Despite Charles’s efforts to modernize the monarchy — including acknowledging Britain’s colonial history during a visit to Kenya and expressing regret for past injustices — many critics argue that more concrete actions are needed. Furthermore, the royal family’s legacy and influence have been tested by recent scandals, including Prince Andrew’s relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and the ongoing tensions involving Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.