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.