Prince William and Prince Harry were recently seen together at a family gathering to pay tribute to their uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes, 31 days after his death. The brothers’ appearance at the memorial service in St Mary’s Church in Snettisham, Norfolk, marked their first public appearance together since a period of estrangement that began after Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, stepped back from royal duties in 2020.
Lord Robert Fellowes, who was 82 years old at the time of his death, was married to the brothers’ aunt, Diana’s sister, and had served as the late Queen’s Private Secretary. The service was held under tight secrecy, with confirmation of the event only coming 24 hours before it took place.
Despite being in close proximity, the brothers reportedly did not exchange a single word during the service, further indicating that their relationship remains strained. Sources reported that while both interacted with other mourners, they refrained from speaking to each other. An eyewitness noted that they were standing just a few yards apart but seemingly avoided any interaction.
Despite the tension, both brothers were present to pay their respects to their uncle. Prince Harry, who had secretly flown in from the United States for the service, was seated on the opposite side of the church from Prince William. Observers have suggested that the seating arrangement may have been intentional to keep the brothers apart.
The brothers’ relationship has been strained since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s departure from royal life in 2020. The couple has since publicly expressed disapproval and criticism of the Royal Family, further fueling tensions within the family.
The brothers’ attendance at the memorial service offers a glimpse into the complex dynamics within the Royal Family, highlighting the ongoing challenges in repairing the fractured relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry.
