United Kingdom: The teenager who hugged Kate Middleton has died, the couple reacts

The moment had deeply moved the British. On October 2, a 17-year-old girl condemned by aggressive tumors in her liver and ovaries met Kate Middleton during a visit to Windsor Castle. The Princess of Wales made this shocking moment her very first publication on social networks since announcing the end of her own chemotherapy in early September.

Passionate about photography, Liz Hatton was able to immortalize the princely couple and speak with them. “It was a pleasure to meet Liz in Windsor today. A talented young photographer whose creativity and strength inspired us both. Thank you for sharing your photos and your story with us,” Kate and William wrote on their X account.

This meeting was part of the “bucket list” that Liz had established in January, after learning that she only had between six months and three years to live, explains The Independent. The teenager was able to show off her talent as a photographer with actor Michael McIntyre, circus artists, the Royal Ballet, models from the Storm Model agency, the London air ambulances, and the MTV Europe Music red carpet. Awards, in particular.

On Wednesday evening, Liz’s mother announced the death of the teenager, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, in Harrogate (central England). “She remained determined until the end. Just yesterday, she was making plans. We are very proud of the kindness, empathy and courage she has shown over the past year,” Vicky Robayna wrote on X.

The Briton paid tribute to a “phenomenal photographer” and “the most wonderful daughter and big sister we could have asked for”. Liz’s mother also thanked the people who helped her daughter realize her latest dreams. “You made Liz’s last two months the best they could be. She flew high until the end,” she wrote.

The Prince and Princess of Wales reacted at midday on Thursday: “We are so sorry to learn that Liz Hatton has left us,” they wrote in the story. “It was an honor to have met such a courageous and humble young woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with Liz’s parents, Vicky and Aaron, and her brother Mateo during this very difficult time.”