Prince William and Princess Kate pose with Hatton and her family for a photograph. (Picture credit: X/@KensingtonRoyal) 16-year-old budding photographer Liz Hatton , who was diagnosed with terminal cancer earlier this year, had a deeply emotional and unexpected experience at Windsor Castle this week. Not only did she meet the Princess of Wales but she also received a heartfelt hug from her, a moment Hatton said she will treasure for the rest of her life.
"A pleasure to meet with Liz at Windsor today. A talented young photographer whose creativity and strength has inspired us both," the royal couple shared on their official social media account. Hatton expressed her gratitude, calling the meeting a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and her mother echoed the sentiment, adding that the day was unforgettable for their family.
In January, Hatton’s cancer was discovered after she experienced abdominal pain, leading doctors to find tumours on her ovaries and liver. The illness changed her life in a matter of weeks, just as she and her family had been looking at universities. Diagnosed with desmoplastic small round cell tumour, an extremely rare and aggressive form of cancer, Hatton’s prognosis left her with only six months to three years to live.
Hatton’s story reached the Prince and Princess of Wales through William’s involvement with London’s Air Ambulance Charity . The royal couple invited Hatton to Windsor Castle to photograph a private royal award ceremony, where Hatton�.