Carole Middleton, the mother of Princess Kate Middleton, is grappling with financial difficulties amid her cancer treatment, Us Weekly reports exclusively.
Carole, 69, and her husband Michael Middleton, parents to Pippa and James Middleton, are facing significant debt related to their company, The Party Pieces Company. The business, founded in 1987, entered administration last June with outstanding debts totaling £2.6 million.
Despite their financial challenges, Carole is focused on supporting her daughter Kate through her cancer battle and shielding her from worries about the family’s business woes.
“Carole is doing everything she can to ensure Kate’s full attention is on her recovery,” a source reveals. “They’re a very close-knit family, and while they stay in touch regularly, discussions about the business are being avoided to prioritize Kate’s health.”
The collapse of The Party Pieces Company has left Carole deeply disappointed, particularly as efforts to find a buyer or secure additional funding were unsuccessful.
While managing the family’s business troubles, Carole has been a constant presence by Kate’s side during her treatment, providing support and assistance.
Kate’s cancer diagnosis was confirmed by Kensington Palace on March 22, following abdominal surgery earlier this year. Carole has been instrumental in helping Kate during her recovery process, exemplifying the strong bond between mother and daughter.
