King Charleshas been out and about for a number of royal duties lately, but many royal watchers can't help but wonder about the state of his health. The monarch, 76, sparked speculation this week when he stepped out in London for various events while using what appeared to be a walking stick, leading some to believe that he needed some help getting around. However, according to intel obtained byHello! Magazine, the walking stick is nothing more than a traditional accessory for the king. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 While attending the Chelsea Flower Show on Tuesday, May 20, Charles was spotted with a walking stick made of an actual tree branch, perhaps a way of keeping on theme with the garden-focused event. Charles also carried a walking stick over the weekend while making an appearance at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. But, as several users on social media pointed out, Charles has a long history of carrying a walking stick for events similar to these. OneX usereven shared a trio of throwback photos of Charles with a walking stick in hand throughout various years of his life, including two snaps from when he was significantly younger. Nonetheless, Charles' health has undoubtedly become a popular topic in recent years, especially after announcing that he had beendiagnosed with cancerin 2024. The specific type of cancer he is battling has never been shared publicly, though Charles is still believed to beundergoing treatmentwhile balancing his royal duties. Related: Queen Camilla Puts on Her Springtime Best in Stylish Photos From Latest Royal Outing
