The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have wished Catherine, Princess of Wales, "health and healing" after she announced her cancer diagnosis.

Prince Harry and Meghan expressed hope that Catherine and her family may heal "privately and in peace" in a brief statement, reports BBC.

Catherine described the news as a "huge shock" after a "incredibly tough couple of months" on Friday.

She stated that she was "well" and "getting stronger every day".

The specifics of the cancer have not been disclosed. According to Kensington Palace, the princess is sure that she will fully recover, the report said.

What is known about Kate's cancer diagnosis

Catherine had abdominal surgery in January, although the presence of cancer was unknown at the time.

Following testing indicated the presence of cancer.

Harry and Meghan stood down as senior royals in January 2020.

They moved to California in June, citing a need for more room to raise their son, Archie. Lilibet, the second child, was born the following year.

King Charles was also recently diagnosed with cancer, and Harry went to London in early February to meet his father just one day after he began treatment. He did not meet his older brother during the trip.

King Charles ‘proud of Catherine for her courage’

Harry's relationship with his brother is said to have deteriorated since he made the announcement that he was leaving his royal responsibilities, the report also said.

Harry talked about his falling out with William in his book, “Spare”.

In recent years, the brothers have rarely been seen together.