Joe Biden ‘Won’t Attend Coronation Of King Charles II’ In London; Guestlist Remains Unconfirmed

They infamously stepped down as senior members of the British royal family in January 2020 and ever since, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s relationship with the monarch has been strained. So, the question of whether King Charles wants Meghan at his coronation remains.

“olive branch” to the estranged Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle.The monarch has prominently featured a photograph of the controversial Duke and Duchess of Sussex in his official coronation souvenir program. Markle’s appearance is raising eyebrows considering she’s infamously not attending the historic May 6 event.The fun family photo was actually snapped in Clarence Gardens in 2018 for Charles’ 70th birthday, which explains the absence of Harry and Meghan’s babes Princess Lilibet, 1, and Prince Archie, 3.Of course some social media watchdogs are cattily calling out the dated image.

Prince Harry attending King Charles III's coronation. Last week, the palace confirmed that the Duke of Sussex would be attending the historic event, although his wife, Meghan Markle, will be at home in California celebrating their son, Arichie's birthday.However, according to a source, members of the royal family still have thoughts. «Relationships between Harry and Meghan and the family are still very tense,» a source tells ET. «The family will be cordial because the King wants his son at his Coronation but there will be no meaningful conversation as there’s still a lack of trust given the revelations in his book and the Sussexes Netflix documentary and the allegations in the Oprah interview.»Another source shared that the family is still surprised that the Duke is attending without his wife.Adding, «There were still several members of the family who expressed surprise she had decided to stay home.»Buckingham Palace confirmed to ET that Prince Harry will be attending the coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London on May 6.

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Markle will stay behind in their expansive mansion in California.The ceremony falls on the birthday of the couple’s son, Archie, who is turning 4. It’s rumored that the conflicting schedule is the duchess’ reasoning for not traveling to London.Speaking Friday on Sky News, writer Sophie Elsworth took a jab at Markle, arguing she is “obsessed with being in the media” and “dominating headlines.”“I can’t believe that woman is not going because she’s obsessed with herself,” Elsworth said, claiming Brits are “rejoicing” that the former “Suits” actress will be “staying well away” from the festivities.Elsworth said it’s a “good decision” that Markle, 41, is not attending, considering how Londoners “despised” the pair at the Queen’s Jubilee last year.The coronation comes months after the publication of the Duke of Sussex’s bombshell memoir “Spare” and the premiere of the couple’s unflattering Netflix docuseries.Markle and Harry, 38, reportedly inked a $100 million deal with the streaming giant for their six-episode show, while “Spare” became the fastest selling nonfiction book of all time.“This guy’s done immense damage to the royal family and makes a fortune out of doing it,” Elsworth said of Harry.

The festivities for King Charles III‘s coronation will be a star-studded affair. Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Andrea Bocelli and many more are slated to perform at The Coronation Concert on Sunday, May 7 on the grounds of Windsor Castle.

King Charles III's coronation will be a star-studded affair. Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Andrea Bocelli and many more are slated to perform at The Coronation Concert on Sunday, May 7 on the grounds of Windsor Castle.The BBC on Friday announced the first set of performers, which also includes British pop group Take That, Welsh brass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel, singer/songwriter Freya Ridings and classical-soul composer/producer Alexis Ffrench.

King Charles III visited familiar grounds on Friday, when he attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst for its 200th Sovereign's Parade.The monarch took part in inspecting the nearly 200 cadets who were officially commissioned as Army Officers following an intense 44-week training. According to the British Army, Charles also presented the new colors for the academy, which «bore the new cypher of His Majesty the King.» Their titles, however, won't be official until «the stroke of midnight during their commissioning ball.»Charles also addressed the cadets when he gave a speech, in which he recalled with pride his sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, both of whom graduated from Sandhurst in 2006.«And, speaking as a father of two alumni of this Academy who remembers their passing out parades, I know they will be full of immense pride in witnessing you on parade,» he said.Charles also recalled his own rigorous training some five decades ago.Prince William and Prince Harry smile at the passing-out Sovereign's Parade at Sandhurst Military Academy on April 12, 2006 in Sandhurst, England.«Having attended — and survived! -- two of the other Military Academies 50 years ago, I think I have some idea of the challenges which are inherent in military training,» he said.

Cue the pomp and circumstance. The coronation of King Charles III is almost upon Us, which means a rollout of historical fashion statements from the British monarch are on the horizon. 

US President Joe Biden has appointed Lady Gaga and producer Bruce Cohen as co-Chairs of his Committee On The Arts And Humanities. The panel, which will advise Biden on cultural issues, includes “prominent artists, scholars, and philanthropists who have demonstrated a serious commitment to the arts and humanities”.Executive Director of the committee Tsione Wolde-Michael said in a statement that it is “positioned to do meaningful work that will positively impact the arts, libraries, museums, and public humanities work in communities across the country”.Originally convened by Ronald Reagan in 1982, the Committee returns after a five year hiatus – the last group having disbanded in protest at then president Donald Trump’s response to the 2017 white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia.

President Joe Biden plans to appoint producer Bruce Cohen and Lady Gaga as the co-chairs of the revived President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities.

the Telegraph.His dry run wasn’t a dress rehearsal either, as the king reportedly did not wear his ceremonial robe during the single run-through.The Post reached out to the royal family’s reps for comment. The coronation is set for Saturday, May 6, at Westminster Abbey in London — just a mere 23 days away.

US president Joe Biden has landed in Belfast as part of a historic four-day trip to the island of Ireland.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly close to making a decision on whether they’ll be attending King Charles’ upcoming coronation.

Jill Biden will be in attendance for King Charles III's coronation next month. On Tuesday, the White House announced that Jill will be traveling to London for the highly anticipated event on May 6.Per the White House, President Joe Biden spoke by phone Tuesday with King Charles and offered his congratulations to the monarch.«The President congratulated the King on his upcoming Coronation and informed him that First Lady Jill Biden looks forward to attending on behalf of the United States,» a White House readout of the call said.Word of the first lady's attendance comes just days after it was reported that the president will not be among the throng of dignitaries and world leaders descending upon London for the lavish affair.According to The UK Telegraph, Biden will be missing the coronation due to prior commitments.

First Lady Jill Biden will be in attendance at King Charles III‘s coronation ceremony.

Prince Harry returned to London last week as he joined other high-profile celebrities in a court case against Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL). While the Duke of Sussex was in town for the hearing — in which he and other public figures accused the media company of hacking -- he did not see his father, King Charles III.However, a source tells ET that despite the rift between the monarch and his son, there was no slight as Charles was not in town the same time as Harry. «They were unable to meet due to the king’s busy schedule surrounding his first overseas Royal Tour,» the source tells ET. The source adds that Charles was not in Windsor or London during his son's visit as he was «busy preparing for his first overseas trip as king to Germany.»Harry, 38, who made a surprise visit to London to participate in the hearing, knew that he father was not expected to be in London that entire week because of «prior commitments.» The source says there was «no slight intended» as Charles' calendars are prepared long in advance. The Duke of Sussex also did not see his brother, Prince William, as he and his family were away ahead of the Easter holiday. Royal watchers were surprised to see Harry, who lives in California with his wife, Meghan Markle and their children, Arichie and Lilibet -- back in London, as the last time he was there was for his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II's, funeral. It has not been confirmed if Harry, Meghan and their children will make their return to London for the king's coronation on May 6.

U.S. president Joe Biden may not be attending King Charles III’s upcoming coronation on May 6, but his wife, Dr. Jill Biden, is.

King Charles III may «very much» want Prince Harry and his grandchildren to attend his upcoming coronation, a source tells ET that the royal family feels Harry and Meghan Markle attending could divert attention away from the historic event.A source close to the royal family tells ET that there's concern that if Harry and Meghan attend the May 6 coronation ceremony in London, it could steal the spotlight from the king himself.«The big concern is the chaos that could overshadow the coronation if they attend,» the source says. «No one wants to see the focus taken away from King Charles with the press focused on Harry and Meghan and past family squabbles.»The source adds, «The fear is — if they do come — more private matters could be made public, so efforts are being made to prevent that.»As ET reported last month, a source close to the royal family had said Charles «very much wants Prince Harry and his grandchildren at his coronation.» This came after a spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex told ET that the couple had been invited by email.«The duke has recently received email correspondence from His Majesty's office regarding the coronation.

YouTube channel and a royal reporter.“That’s for you, if you want it,” one person is heard saying as they extended the paper crown to the King.“I’m alright,” he replied with a smile as he walked away. The playful crown, which featured a purple top and fake jewels illustrated all around it, is a signature for the fast food giant.