As Prince Harry arrived in the UK for the Invictus Games’ 10th anniversary service at St. Paul’s Cathedral, anticipation hung in the air regarding a potential meeting with his father, King Charles. However, the Duke of Sussex was reportedly ‘snubbed’ by the British monarch due to his busy schedule. While Prince Harry fronted the ceremony alone, King Charles hosted Buckingham Palace’s first garden party of the season.
Despite the King’s full calendar, a close friend of the monarch has shed light on the real reason behind the absence of a father-son reunion. The friend alleges that King Charles’ decision stems from Prince Harry’s ‘cruel’ remarks about Queen Camilla in his memoir, ‘Spare’. “Harry has made things very difficult for himself by saying such cruel and hurtful things about Camilla,” the friend revealed to The Daily Beast.
The friend emphasized King Charles’ love for both his sons but highlighted the paramount importance of his wife, Queen Camilla. “Charles loves his sons, but he also loves his wife. The last few months have made it very clear how important she is; she has been the one propping up the whole edifice,” the friend stated. “Harry has made it very clear, very publicly, that he despises her. He has forced Charles to choose, which was a very silly thing to do because Camilla and he both chose each other a long time ago.”
The friend’s comments underscore the significant role Queen Camilla plays in King Charles’ life and the strain that Prince Harry’s public criticism has placed on their relationship. The friend added, “William had his reservations but he accepted his father’s choice and got on with it. Harry made a different decision, and one of the inevitable consequences of publicly calling your stepmother cruel names is that it becomes difficult for you to see your father.”
While Prince Harry’s presence in the UK has sparked speculation about potential family reconciliation, the latest developments suggest a deep rift remains. King Charles’ absence at the Invictus Games service and his decision to prioritize Queen Camilla over meeting his son paint a clear picture of the ongoing challenges within the British royal family.
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