“Aware That Time Is Ticking” King Charles Refuses to Slow Down After Cancer Diagnosis
King Charles, despite his cancer diagnosis earlier this year, remains determined to continue his work with unwavering dedication. Royal experts reveal that His Majesty is acutely aware that “time is ticking” and is committed to making a significant impact during his reign. Queen Camilla recently shared with Sky News that Charles is “doing fine, except he won’t slow down and won’t do what he’s told.”
Charles has been undergoing cancer treatment since his diagnosis in February. Royal experts were not surprised to learn that he is reluctant to ease up on his busy schedule. Hilary Fordwich, a royal expert, told Fox News Digital, “Given he had the longest wait in history as heir to the throne, given his age, as well as his current health crisis, he is poignantly aware that time is ticking.”
Fordwich continued, “He has been preparing for this role his entire life, being in line for the throne for 70 years. After waiting for so long, he has thrown himself into the job. He wants to make his mark. So all that downtime away from his people makes him anxious and agitated.”
Charles’s projects are carefully chosen to ensure he leaves a lasting legacy. Fordwich emphasized, “They are not just honorary where he shows up once in a while. He has devoted his life to having an impact. Hence, the downtime required by his doctors is not in the slightest welcome. His reaction is admirable.”
She added, “The last thing the nation wants is a lazy monarch.”
King Charles is known for his work ethic, often described as a “workaholic.” He reportedly begins his day very early and finishes after midnight. Despite his diagnosis, Camilla hoped her husband would slow down. A royal insider told The Telegraph last month that Camilla “knows [his work] gives him an enormous sense of fulfillment and that she’s never going to change the habits of a lifetime.”
Another source claimed, “The people who work for him are worried he is doing too much for a man of 75. It’s sometimes a struggle to keep up with him.”
Last year, Charles undertook more than 500 engagements, with nearly 100 of those being overseas. It is believed that Camilla has advised Charles to take a more measured approach to his work. A royal insider told The Sun, “The Queen has told him he needs to slow down a bit.”
Prince William also commented on his father’s relentless work ethic in the 2018 BBC documentary “Prince, Son, and Heir: Charles at 70.” He said, “The man never stops. When we were kids, there were bags and bags and bags of work that the office just sent to him.”
King Charles’s dedication to his role is evident, and while his health remains a concern, his commitment to making a meaningful contribution to his country and his people continues to drive him forward.