According to the "Daily Star" on February 7, King Charles was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 77.
Buckingham Palace announced the news on Monday, February 5 local time, and although officials did not disclose what type of disease Prince Charles was suffering from, they confirmed that it was "unrelated" to his enlarged prostate and was discovered while he was undergoing treatment.
Charles is believed to have maintained a "very positive" attitude towards the news as he received a positive prognosis. But what happens if the monarch dies?
Here, we outline all the arrangements for the king's eventual death – from Camilla's fate to Prince William's accession to the throne.
When did Prince William become king?
If his father dies, the Prince of Wales will immediately become monarch – as his father did after the death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022. Kate Middleton will take on the role of queen.
He will then address the nation and the public will enter a period of national mourning.
What will happen to Camilla?
As queen, if her husband dies before her, Camilla will not continue to rule alone. Instead, she will adopt the title of "Queen Dowager".
It was originally used by Queen Adelaide, who lived another 12 years after her husband William IV died in 1837.
At the same time, the couple's children all died, and the throne passed to William's niece, Queen Victoria.
Where will Charles be buried?
The King's remains will be sent to Westminster Abbey before the funeral, where he will "lie in public" like the Queen. The public will once again be able to line up to pay their respects.
A statement will be drafted to inform Government Ministers, Cabinet Ministers will send emails to senior civil servants, and flags will be flown at half-mast in Whitehall.
（来源：Daily Star）