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Prince William Pays Homage to the 'Incomparable' Dame Deborah James in Moving Video Message

The gala raised more than £300,000 for the Bowelbabe Fund and featured performances, dancing and a video message from the Prince of Wales.

  • On Thursday, the Prince of Wales made a surprise video appearance at the inaugural Bowelbabe Fund Rebel Ball in London, honoring Dame Deborah James on what would have been her 45th birthday.
  • Launched by Dame Deborah in May 2022 with an initial target of £250,000, the Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK supports pioneering research aimed at 'giving more people more time with the ones they love.'
  • During the gala, Sebastien Bowen thanked the Prince for his continued support, while Deborah's children Hugo, 19, and Eloise, 16, shared poignant reflections on what 'rebellious hope' means to them.
  • By evening's end, the event hosted by TV presenter Gaby Roslin raised more than £300,000 for the Bowelbabe Fund, with the organization stating, 'Thank you, everyone, for your ongoing support.'
  • The Prince also noted that two beloved people in his life, King Charles and Princess Kate, were also diagnosed with cancer, underscoring the personal significance of the research funding efforts.
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INTELLINEWS broke the news on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
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