the Daily Telegraph Tuesday where she blamed William, 41, for the royal estrangement. She claimed that a “former palace official” who used to work with the siblings told her: “There is a public misconception about William and Harry.
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Prince Harry is set to return to the UK solo next week and it's claimed that he has reached out to his father King Charles with an 'olive branch' request to meet up. While it's already been confirmed that Meghan Markle won't be accompanying her husband for his visit, it's believed the King had a simple 'four-word response' to his son's offer.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, will be in London to attend a special event celebrating the Invictus Games on Wednesday 8 May for its 10th anniversary ceremony, which is taking place at St Paul's Cathedral. Harry's wife, Meghan, 42, will be staying in the US, especially due to the fact it is the couple's eldest child, Prince Archie's fifth birthday two days before.
While experts thinks a catchup between estranged brothers Williams and Harry is off the cards, it's reported that the Duke of Sussex will make time to see his father, King Charles III, 75, who is also currently receiving treatment for an unnamed cancer. According to The Mirror, no senior royals will attend the landmark anniversary event with Harry, but the Duke has reportedly reached out to his father asking him to meet whilst he is in the country.
Sources have told the publication that when Prince Harry contacted his father and asked for a visit, King Charles had a simple 'four-word response' to the request, that he would definitely do so "if he is able". The source said: "Harry has kept in regular contact with his father on several occasions and made no secret of his desire to see him when he can.
the Daily Telegraph Tuesday where she blamed William, 41, for the royal estrangement. She claimed that a “former palace official” who used to work with the siblings told her: “There is a public misconception about William and Harry.
Meghan Markle is aware that a major move could potentially earn her 'millions', but the idea reportedly fills King Charles with 'horror'. According to a royal expert, the Duchess of Sussex is fully aware that a memoir detailing her time as a member of the British Royal Family would be a bestseller. However, royal author and commentator Tom Quinn told The Mirror that the thought of Meghan writing a tell-all memoir - possibly with contributions from Prince Harry - reportedly horrifies the King.Tom stated that Charles "is not in a forgiving mood" and Harry is "in no mood to apologise".
King Charles has been spotted rubbing shoulders with celebs like Maya Jama and Tess Daly at a Buckingham Palace garden party today, Wednesday 15 May, as he gets back into the swing of Royal duties. The 75 year old King, alongside Queen Camilla, Prince Edward, and the Duchess of Gloucester, hosted 4,000 guests from the worlds of culture, art, heritage, and entertainment to highlight their contribution to the UK's economy.
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King Charles III has bravely opened up about his ongoing battle with cancer.The 75-year-old monarch shared his diagnosis earlier in February after receiving treatment for an enlarged prostate. Despite being given the green light by his doctors to return to public duties last month, he is still undergoing medical care.
Prince William and King Charles are keen to clarify the nature of Meghan and Harry's trip to Nigeria, which has been dubbed a 'mini royal tour' despite the couple's resignation from their senior roles in 2020.
his globe-trotting brother, who served as an Apache helicopter pilot in Afghanistan.The historic ceremony took place just as the Duke of Sussex, 39, left Nigeria after a three-day tour with his wife, Meghan Markle.On arrival Monday, Charles received a warm welcome at the military base where royal fans gathered to catch a glimpse of the sovereign and his son.
returned to the UK on Tuesday last week to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.Later that day, the exiled royal’s reps confirmed to The Post that Harry would not be meeting with his estranged father due to the king’s “full” schedule.Now, a friend of the Firm has claimed that Harry “forced” his estranged father to choose between the Duke and his wife, Queen Camilla — ultimately widening the rift even further.“Harry has made things very difficult for himself by saying such cruel and hurtful things about Camilla,” a source told the Daily Beast. “Charles loves his sons, but he also loves his wife.
King Charles has officially appointed Prince William as the head of Harry's former regiment, the Army Air Corps, in a move perceived as a significant slight to his brother.
stayed at a hotel during the three-day trip instead. Charles’ friends told The Sunday Times that the monarch, 75, was willing to let his youngest son enjoy royal accommodations in London, where Harry visited last week to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.The friends claimed that had Harry stayed in a royal residence, it would’ve been “easier” for him to see Charles amidst their estranged relationship.
Despite reports to the contrary, King Charles did indeed offer his son, Prince Harry, accommodation in a Royal residence during his recent UK visit, but the Duke of Sussex declined the offer, according to insiders.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's three-day trip to Nigeria began on Thursday, May 9 and saw them meet military officials, speak about mental health and promote the Invictus Games. While the pair stepped back from their senior royal roles in 2020, their visit to the west African nation was dubbed a 'mini royal tour' – a reference which a leading royal expert points out will not have "pleased" King Charles or the Prince of Wales.
King Charles had a private meeting with David Beckham, just after he allegedly turned down an opportunity to see Prince Harry due to his busy schedule. After his doctors confirmed that The King could focus on getting back to a fuller diary, the King did not have the opportunity to see his younger son, who jetted into London on Tuesday, in preparation of his appearance at St Paul's Cathedral the next day to celebrate the Invictus Games.
returned to London this week to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.But hopes for a royal reconciliation were slashed later that day when Harry’s reps confirmed to The Post that he would not meet with his estranged father due to the king’s “full” schedule.And on Wednesday, the estranged duo’s rift was on clear display as the king hosted a garden party — his first since his cancer diagnosis — at Buckingham Palace for some 8,000 guests.At the same time — just 2.6 miles away — Harry gave a reading at London’s St Paul’s Cathedral to mark a decade since the inaugural Invictus Games took place in the capital.Over at the palace, the monarch, 75, was joined by his wife, Queen Camilla, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Anne, and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.Harry, for his part, arrived at his event alone.Inside, he was joined by his late mother Princess Diana’s relatives, including his uncle and aunt Earl Spencer and Lady Jane Fellowes, who greeted the Duke with a hug.Harry appeared to be in good spirits as he beamed from ear to ear upon arrival, waving to excited fans lining the streets of London.He later joined Invictus competitors and staff for a reception in the cathedral’s crypt, before diving into endless meetings for the rest of the day.Prince William did not attend either event, instead carrying out a royal engagement at Windsor Castle Wednesday morning spending the day with his cancer-stricken wife Kate Middleton and their three children.
King Charles was surrounded by members of the Royal Family in a display of unity at the Buckingham Palace garden party on Wednesday, May 8, which coincidentally took place just minutes before Prince Harry's special service for the Invictus Games.The King was spotted mingling with over 8,000 guests at the party, located just over two miles from where Harry was scheduled to attend a thanksgiving service marking the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games at St Paul's Cathedral. Queen Camilla was by his side, and other working royals including Princess Anne, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Edward and Sophie, as well as the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, were also present, making it a grand royal gathering.
Prince William has received a significant new honour from King Charles, in what is being seen as a major snub to Prince Harry.
Prince Harry has returned to the UK for a special Invictus Games event, while his wife Meghan Markle remains in California with their two young children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.The Duke of Sussex touched down in the UK on Tuesday, May 7 and many wondered if he would see his father, King Charles during his flying visit. But it seems a family reunion is not on the cards this time, as a spokesperson for Harry confirmed he would not be seeing his father during his time in the UK.
King Charles' packed schedule has dashed hopes of a meeting with his son, Prince Harry, this week. But the Duke's five-word response hints at ongoing optimism.
Prince Harry has seemingly hinted at a potential reconciliation with King Charles in the future, despite confirming that there will be no meeting between them during his current visit to the UK.
returned to London to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.The trip marks the first time since his visit to see his estranged father following the king’s cancer diagnosis in February, as well as his first trip since learning of his sister-in-law Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis in March.“In response to the many inquiries and continued speculation on whether or not the duke will meet with his father while in the UK this week, it unfortunately will not be possible due to His Majesty’s full program,” a spokesperson for Harry told The Post on Tuesday.