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Jessie J Explains Protocol-Breaking Hug With Princess of Wales at Royal Variety Performance

She calls the hug a personal gesture of solidarity between two mothers with public cancer journeys.

Overview

  • On ITV's This Morning, the singer said she was briefed not to make physical contact but asked, “Can I give you a hug?” and the Princess accepted.
  • The embrace happened on Nov. 19 at the Royal Variety Performance in London during one of Catherine’s first high-profile red-carpet returns after treatment.
  • Jessie J said she viewed the moment “mom to mom, human to human,” emphasizing empathy over royal protocol.
  • Princess Catherine disclosed cancer in March 2024, completed chemotherapy in September 2024, and confirmed remission in early 2025.
  • Jessie J revealed early breast cancer in June 2025, underwent a mastectomy and reconstruction, reported feeling good, and said her openness has prompted friends to seek checks.