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Harry recently stayed at Althorp while in the UK for the memorial service of his uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes, the husband of Lady Jane Spencer, Princess Diana’s elder sister. ‘

While the visit might have seemed like a family gathering at first glance, insiders suggest that Harry is getting a little too comfortable on the Spencer estate.

Louis Spencer, Viscount Althorp, has reportedly denied Prince Harry and Meghan Markle residency at Althorp, the Spencer family’s historic estate.

This decision highlights growing tensions between Harry and his maternal relatives and reflects the broader dynamics within the royal family.

Althorp holds deep personal significance for Harry as it is the childhood home of his late mother, Princess Diana, and her final resting place. For Harry, the estate represents a connection to his mother and a potential refuge from the pressures of royal life.

However, Louis Spencer, the current heir to the estate, has expressed concerns that Harry’s presence could attract unwanted media attention and compromise the estate’s privacy.

The resistance from Louis Spencer underscores a long-standing pattern of tension between Harry and the Spencer family.

Princess Diana herself faced challenges in being fully embraced by her family during her lifetime, a dynamic that appears to persist with Harry’s current attempts to connect with his maternal relatives.

The broader context of this rejection reflects a historical reluctance among the Spencer family to fully engage with royal connections.

Meghan Markle cut an elegant figure in a white silk dress and heels while watching Prince Harry show off his polo skills in a new Netflix documentary series about the elitist sport.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex only make a brief cameo in Netflix’s Polo, which is co-produced by the couple’s Archewell Foundation, yet Meghan still manages to grab the attention of the camera in a sensationally stylish display.

Her blink-and-you-miss-it appearance comes at the beginning of episode five, when Harry takes part in a glitzy charity polo match for Sentebale, the charity he founded alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho.

Meghan, 42, is spotted sitting in a car boot while cheering for her husband from the sidelines.

The former Suits actress, who was joined at the event by her close friend Serena Williams, wore a $812 (£650) dress from California designer Heidi Merrick.

The royal, who has worn the designer before, paired the pleated white sundress with a statement bow and cut out back with a £2,650 Maison Valentino bag.

The One Stud White Leather Crossbody Bag is a favourite of Meghan’s who has worn it several times before.

Despite the grassy terrain, the Duchess chose to boost her height by adding a pair of £565 Aquazzura ‘Purist 105’ Nude Nappa Leather Pumps.

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The Duchess of Sussex, 42, opted for a very expensive casual luxury look on Friday as she cheered on her husband Prince Harry at a glitzy charity polo match in Miami

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Meghan, who was joined at the event by her close friend Serena Williams, put on a sensationally stylish display in a $812 (£650) dress from California designer Heidi Merrick at the Royal Salute Polo Challenge

Finishing off the look, Meghan fittingly accessorised with £175 Heidi Merrick ‘Santa Barbara’ sunglasses, named after the town she and Harry live with their two children.

Adding a touch of glamour to the look, Meghan opted for a pair of vintage Chanel earrings, Princess Diana’s Cartier Gold Tank Française Watch, a £7,050 Cartier ‘Love’ Yellow Gold Bracelet, and her new favourite Ariel Gordon Diamond Hex Tennis bracelet, which is thought to be a Valentines’ gift from Harry.

Showing off her natural beauty, she opted for a lowkey make-up look, with a light layer of creamy foundation, coloured in eyebrows and black mascara.

Dressed in blue, Harry was part of the victorious Royal Salute Sentebale Team alongside Adolfo Cambiaso, Dana Barnes and Malcolm Borwick.

Harry co-founded Sentebale alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in 2006, with the aim of helping vulnerable children in Lesotho, Botswana and Malawi, including those who are affected by extreme poverty and the HIV and AIDS epidemic.

The charity has been closely intertwined with the sport of polo for years, with the Duke regularly taking part in charity matches held in aid of Sentebale causes.

The documentary goes on to show the couple enjoying a celebratory kiss – with Meghan presenting Harry with the trophy as they packed on the PDA for the Netflix crew.

The new Netflix series was released after it was reported bosses at the streaming company were disappointed over Harry and Meghan’s limited screentime in it.

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The Duchess of Sussex presents the trophy to her husband, the Duke of Sussex after his team the Royal Salute Sentebale Team

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The documentary shows the couple enjoying a celebratory kiss – with Meghan presenting Harry with the trophy as they packed on the PDA for the Netflix crew

Meghan Markle presents Prince Harry with trophy at charity polo match

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Meghan took centre stage as the team gathered around to celebrate their win

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Adding a touch of glamour to the look, Meghan opted for a pair of vintage Chanel earrings, Princess Diana’s Cartier Gold Tank Française Watch, a £7,050 C artier ‘Love’ Yellow Gold Bracelet, and her new favourite Ariel Gordon Diamond Hex Tennis bracelet, which is thought to be a Valentines’ gift from Harry

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The Duchess of Sussex braved the grassy terrain in a pair of towering nude heels that left her at serious risk of sinking into the ground beneath her

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Meghan had her hair pulled back in a low ponytail, and she removed her sunglasses as the evening wore on and the sun set

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A film crew was seen following the couple around throughout the event

A source told MailOnline that Netflix – who signed an $80 million deal with the couple’s Archewell Productions – expected ‘more bang for its buck’.

The new series, which hardly features Harry and Meghan, has been nicknamed ‘the Nacho show’ behind-the-scenes because it focuses primarily on the Argentinian player.

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Prince Harry shows off his polo skills in new Netflix documentary – before packing on the PDA

Harry and Meghan signed a five-year deal in 2020 for several shows, but one Hollywood producer told MailOnline: ‘What Netflix have received in return doesn’t look great. People want personal stuff.

‘Apart from their documentary series, which had the drama of them quitting the Royal Family, everything else they’ve produced has been underwhelming.

‘Any reasonable person tuning into a show about polo made by Prince Harry would expect Harry to take a starring role.

‘That he’s not is hugely disappointing for Netflix. Let’s face it, polo isn’t exactly a mainstream sport so the attraction would have been watching Harry.

‘Without him, it’s marginal at best.

‘The Netflix deal expires next year, so the Sussexes need a big hit. This sounds like a big nothing burger.’

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Meghan was joined at the event by her close friend, tennis legend Serena Williams

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The two women were seen mingling with guests – while Serena enjoyed a glass of champagne

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Meghan embraced the beaming sunshine in an elegant white dress, which featured a pleated skirt design, halterneck top, and a cut-out at the waist

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Meanwhile Harry opted for a pair of cream trousers, a pale grey jacket, and a crisp blue shirt, while donning some slip-on tan shoes

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The Sussexes looked very much in love as they marked Harry’s triumphant victory

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Meghan pulled her husband into a warm embrace as he stared down at his prize

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Harry’s teammates gamely stood by as the couple enjoyed their smooch

The feud between the royals is ongoing and that heavily affects King Charles’ relationship with his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who received the royal titles following the passing of their great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth.

While the monarch regularly interacts with Prince William’s children, he has been deprived of the opportunity to form any kind of bond with Harry’s offspring.

As per the Mirror, Charles “has had discussions” about visiting Harry and his family in the States “at some time in the future.”

Royal expert Tom Quinn spoke to the newspaper and said, “There is no doubt if it goes ahead he would build in time to visit his youngest son and his grandchildren, but there are mountains of planning to be overcome before that becomes even a remote possibility.

CAMBRIDGE, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 23: Prince Charles, Prince of Wales attends a reception with the staff, students, donors, the welfare team, and academic Fellows, to learn about the Colleges approach to student and staff wellbeing during a visit to Homerton College at the University of Cambridge, on November 23, 2021 in Cambridge, England. (Photo by Daniel Leal – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

“It’s certainly possible that he would make a discreet private visit to Harry and the children in California,” the royal expert added. “He is desperate to see them and hates the idea that Archie and Lily will not remember him as the warm friendly grandfather he wants to be.”

The King meeting Archie and Lili on the grounds on Britain remains a matter of discussion because their mother, Meghan Markle, has been very vocal about not wanting her children to visit their father’s homeland due to security reasons.

When she and Harry stepped down from their royal duties, they were denied royal security while in the UK, which is taxpayers-funded, as they are no longer working royals.

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Lilibet Diana celebrated her 3rd birthday on June 4th. The party was reportedly held at Harry and Meghan’s Montecito, California, home and a number of celebs were in attendance, Orlando Bloom, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Oprah Winfrey, among the rest. No members from the British royal family were there to celebrate with Lili.

King Charles, although not present at his granddaughter’s birthday celebration, extended his birthday wishes along with a gift, as per the Mirror.

“King Charles had no intention of completely ignoring Lilibet’s birthday, so he has sent a gift along with a message,” royal expert Tom Quinn told the paper.

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Further, Quinn claimed that the monarch has another gift for Lili, a more significant one, but he’s waiting for the family feud to be resolved before giving it to her.

“He gave Prince George a beautiful hand-made wooden swing with George’s name carved on it, and he has plans to give something similar to Lilibet, but not this year. And not unless and until the family feud dies down,” Quinn explained.

According to Quinn, the reason why there were no royals in attendance at the birthday celebration was because they didn’t receive invitations.

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In the meantime, one of Harry’s good friends explained the reason behind Harry’s decision not to add any of his family members to the guest list. “Harry knew they wouldn’t come anyway, and he was pretty sure he would not have wanted them there. But he is really sad that Archie and Lilibet cannot have any kind of relationship with their cousins while his feud with his family continues,” he was reported saying.

We truly hope that the royals would be able to make amends in the time to come

Following a procedure for an enlarged prostate, King Charles was diagnosed with a form of cancer. The head monarch has been receiving weekly treatments ever since and splits his time between London and Sandrigham.

Buckingham Palace’s initial statement read: “During the King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.

“His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties. Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.”

A source told the Daily Mail that King Charles is “on good form,” but besides that, it is expected that he takes a longer absence from his royal duties.

His younger son, Prince Harry, who returned to Britain for a visit with his father shortly after his diagnosis was revealed, was reported to have offered to step in and play a role while his father receives cancer treatment. However, Buckingham Palace aides reportedly said there was “zero per cent chance” that Prince Harry could be allowed to be working for the royal family during his father’s illness.

Although not much regarding Charles’ condition has been revealed by the palace, a recent report from the Daily Beast – parroted by TMZ – claimed that the King is in poor health.

The magazine reports that despite the few outings that showed his Royal Highness looking fine, the exact state of his condition is different.

LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 5: This handout photo provided by Buckingham Palace shows King Charles III during the state tour of France in September 2023 on February 5, 2024 in London, England. Buckingham Palace announced the King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer after treatment in hospital for an enlarged prostate last week. (Photo by Samir Hussein – Handout/Getty Images)

As per the magazine, the King’s aides are updating his funeral plans on a regular basis. There’s also supposedly a code name for said plans, ‘Operation Menai Bridge.’

“Of course he is determined to beat it and they are throwing everything at it. Everyone is staying optimistic, but he is really very unwell. More than they are letting on,” a source was reported to have said as per TMZ.

Given his age and his health condition, it’s only natural that funeral arrangements are in consideration.

‘Operation Menai Bridge’ is expected to play out similarly to ‘Operation London Bridge’ following the Queen’s death. As soon as this operation is underway, next in line for the throne, William, Prince of Wales, would become king alongside his wife Kate Middleton, who is expected to become Queen Consort.

The new king would address the nation, mirroring Charles’s speech on September 9, and the public would observe a period of national mourning leading up to the funeral.

Just like with the Queen, the prime minister would receive notification from the King’s private secretary, as would the King’s Privy Council Office.

Permanent secretaries of government departments would be provided with a script to inform government ministers about the news. At the same time, the cabinet secretary would send an email to senior civil servants, following which flags throughout Whitehall would be lowered to half-mast.

WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM – MARCH 31: (EMBARGOED FOR PUBLICATION IN UK NEWSPAPERS UNTIL 24 HOURS AFTER CREATE DATE AND TIME) King Charles III attends the traditional Easter Sunday Mattins Service at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle on March 31, 2024 in Windsor, England. Following the service The King greeted members of the public, during a walkabout, for the first time since the announcement that he had been diagnosed with cancer. Photo by Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

The late king will lie in state at the Palace of Westminster for public mourning, and his final resting place is expected to be in the royal vault within the King George VI Memorial Chapel at Windsor Castle.

“The palace is giving the impression that Charles is on the mend, but he’s still very sick,” an insider shared with In Touch in a recent interview. “Officials will make sure a funeral for the king meets his wishes and expectations while following proper protocol.”

We truly hope the King would be able to recover fully.

Meghan Markle was furious and retaliated when King Charles bestowed the Garter honor on Kate and William: “Harry and I are the ones who truly deserve it.”

King Charles—has gone and disrespected Harry and me with his latest royal shenanigans. And no, we’re not talking about ignoring our calls or refusing to provide security for our children in California. This time, Charles took disrespect to a whole new level by honorably inducting William and Kate into the prestigious Order of the Garter while completely snubbing Harry and me from receiving the same recognition.

For those of you not up on your British traditions, the Order of the Garter is the highest honor any royal can receive from the monarch. Only 24 knights and ladies are allowed in this elite society at a time, and it’s seen as the ultimate stamp of approval from the crown. Past recipients include Philip, Charles, Andrew, and even I was made a lady companion back in my Kensington Palace days. So you can imagine how gutting it was for Harry and me to learn through the tabloids that William and Kate were being initiated into the Garter ranks while we were deliberately overlooked and excluded from any mention. I mean, what kind of family business is Charles running over there? We all know he’s been giving us the cold shoulder non-stop since Megxit, but seriously, this is a new low even for him.

All we’ve done is chase our happiness away from a toxic institution, and now we’re persona non grata while Will and Kate get showered with yet another honor on a silver platter. As if those two don’t already have it easy enough, serving as poster children for the Firm while we do all the real work shaking things up from the bottom. Honestly, I’m just so over Charles and his blatant favoritism towards those undeserving, nepotistic freeloaders. It’s no secret Harry and I pose more of a threat to their outdated model with our progressive ideas and popularity, especially with younger audiences. So I wouldn’t put it past scheming Charles to purposefully snub us to try and diminish our brand and global relevance. But news flash, old man—you can try and rub us out of the history books all you want; our light is too bright to be dimmed so easily.

If anything, this latest insult has only strengthened our resolve to keep lighting the way toward a more equal, compassionate future, regardless of what dusty traditions try holding us back. Not that we need any validation from Charles and his cadre of sycophants, but it sure would have been nice to get the recognition we rightfully deserve for our service, unlike those royal freeloaders living off taxpayer dimes their whole charmed lives. I mean, what exactly have Will and Kate done to earn this, except attend parties and wave from their perch? At least Harry and I were out there making real change and empowering communities with our work. Now we have to watch from afar as they accept more accolades they never struggled to achieve. It’s honestly a travesty, and I’m fuming about the blatant favoritism.

If Charles thinks this petty snub will make us go away, he’s got another thing coming. In fact, it’s only strengthened our resolve to keep blazing new trails independently and show the monarchy for what they really are—a bunch of out-of-touch, nepotistic dinosaurs desperately clinging to relevance. Without innovators like us shaking things up, they’d be lost. So while Will and Kate prance around in their fancy robes, Harry and I will keep diving headfirst into impactful work with Archewell and lighting up stages globally to inspire real change. Because unlike those born royals, we weren’t raised to simply attend ribbon cuttings and wave; we were born to lead with purpose, heart, and conviction despite all the barriers thrown our way.

And I promise you this: there is no amount of snubs, petty maneuvers, or attempts to erase our stories that will succeed in dampening our fire. We walked away so we could find purpose greater than titles, and honestly, it’s working out better than I could have ever imagined. So keep pretending we don’t exist all you want, Charles—it only fuels our drive to shape a better world.

King Charles has returned to at least some of his royal duties after receiving treatment for his cancer, which was revealed in January. The monarch, who was crowned a little more than a year ago, has been spending a lot of time at the royal estate of Sandringham while undergoing treatment. Still, while it can be assumed that recovery has taken up the bulk of his energy, the ongoing family feud with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may also have been on his mind.

While he hasn’t made amends with the Sussexes, now more than ever, he is reportedly working hard to try and mend the relationship. That’s not necessarily through a burning desire to make things right with Harry and Meghan, but rather to be able to grow closer to his US-based grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet.

While his closest family is obviously supporting him through his recovery, one royal expert has now claimed that the monarch is a “workaholic” who knows ‘time is ticking’ on his rule. With that in mind, Queen Camilla’s latest admission on King Charles’ health suddenly becomes much more serious.

King Charles has had a tricky start to his reign by anyone’s standards. Since taking over after the late Queen Elizabeth II, the monarchy has faced many challenges, including questions about its role in modern society and private issues.

King Charles ‘heartbroken’ over non-existing relationship with Archie and Lilibet

Of course, the feud with Harry and Meghan has been the focus, after the string of accusations they made about the royals. A byproduct of the strained relations has not been that King Charles has seen very little of his son, but also that he’s been bereft of spending time with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Charles has yet to visit Archie and Lilibet in the US, and as a result it’s been some time since he had a chance to see them. He’s reportedly only met Archie five times, while Lilibet, who turned three some weeks ago, has only seen her royal grandfather once.

In the fall of last year, there were reports that Charles and Harry were planning peace talks. However, contrary sources suggested that there was “no chance” Harry would meet with his brother, William, to bury the hatchet, as the future king refuses to see his younger brother.

In any case, nothing materialized. Though Harry and his family were said to have been invited to Charles’s 75th birthday in November, they decided not to attend.

“Charles would want Harry and Meghan’s children there,” royal expert and author Angela Levin told The Sun.

“If Harry and Meghan want to make an excuse, that’s their decision. If Harry wants to go to get an apology, then he can get lost.”
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While Charles’s ties to Harry and his daughter-in-law remain strained, he is reportedly “heartbroken” about his non-existent relationship with Archie and Lilibet.

Now 75, he’s not getting younger, and with the shock cancer diagnosis that was revealed in January, the monarch is now said to be grasping the seriousness of the situation surrounding seeing (or rather not) his US grandchildren.

“He knows that he won’t be around forever”

Speaking with the Mirror, royal expert Ingrid Seward, author of My Mother and I: The Inside Story of the King and Our Late Queen, said Charles’ cancer diagnosis has made his relationship with Archie and Liiibet “all the more poignant,” as he realizes he “won’t be around forever.”

“Family has always been important to the King. He remembers his own somewhat fragmented childhood as his parents were always busy doing their duty. It is a great sadness to him he doesn’t see more of Archie and Lilibet,” Seward explained.

“That is why he will never break ties with Harry. He does not want a FaceTime relationship with his son’s children. He wants to know them and be involved with their lives while they are still young enough to be able to learn from his wisdom. His cancer has made it all the more poignant to him as he knows that he won’t be around forever.”

Harry and Meghan have made many accusations about the Royal Family since departing British shores. And though members of the Firm have had strong opinions about all that’s been said, what happened a few weeks ago appears to have escalated the disagreements between the Sussexes and the monarchy.

It came as a surprise to many when Harry and Meghan embarked on what some saw as a ‘royal’ visit to Nigeria for three days to champion the Invictus Games in mid-May.

There, Harry and Meghan met with wounded soldiers and their families, and the trip was a huge success. Reportedly, though, the Nigeria visit sparked a reaction of a different kind in the UK. According to a royal insider speaking with the Mirror, King Charles, Prince William, and Kate Middleton, were “furious” about Harry and Meghan’s trip.
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Tom Quinn told the Mirror that the Prince and Princess of Wales are not just angry with Harry and Meghan Markle, but suggests that the couple fears that their nightmare has come true.

King Charles ‘discussing’ stripping Harry & Meghan of royal titles

“William is absolutely furious and determined to find a way to stop this happening in the future. Charles is said to be angrier than anyone has ever seen him,” Quinn told the Mirror, adding that William is upset that the Nigerians “treated Meghan and Harry as if they too thought this was an official tour.”

“It’s as if Harry and Meghan have gone rogue—their Nigeria trip is a bold statement that they refuse to accept they are no longer working royals. William and Charles are scratching their heads and thinking, ‘How are we going to control this nightmare situation?’”

“For Charles and William, it’s as if Meghan and Harry are saying, ‘We don’t need your permission to be working royals – we will do it on our own terms whenever and wherever we like,’” Quinn added.

King Charles and Prince William might not be able to do anything to stop Harry and Meghan from traveling in a manner reminiscent of royals, but a new claim suggests that the king has an ace up his sleeve.

According to Quinn, King Charles has been discussing stripping Prince Harry and Meghan Markle of their titles.
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The Sussexes used their “Duke” and “Duchess” titles – labeled on chairs – during their trip to Nigeria, while their website reads: “The Office of Prince Harry & Meghan, The Duke & Duchess of Sussex.”

If Quinn is to be believed, Charles and William have had “lengthy discussions” about stripping Harry and Meghan of their official titles. Quinn did add, however, that doing so also poses a considerable risk.

“They are terrified this would backfire and make the situation worse,” Quinn told the Mirror.

“The last thing they want is to give the renegade royals something else to complain about. William and his father know that even without their royal titles, Meghan and Harry would carry on travelling the world as if they were royals and most people in the world will still welcome them.”

Queen Camilla has taken on a lot of responsibility in King Charles’ absence, appearing in his place during several royal outings. The King has now returned to some royal duties, and appeared on the 80th anniversary of D-Day in Portsmouth and Normandie last week.

Given his advanced years, recent cancer diagnosis, and the general high-stress nature of his job, one would be right in thinking it might be a good idea for Charles to take things slow. However, that appears not to be the case at all.

Last week, Queen Camilla gave a new update on the king’s health, saying that he refuses to follow the advice of moving through the gears slowly.

Appearing at the second annual Queen’s Reading Room Literary Festival at Hampton Court Palace on Saturday last week, Camilla said, as per author Lee Child, that Charles is “doing fine except he won’t slow down and won’t do what he’s told.”
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Child added it “sounds to me like a typical husband.”

Many might be surprised by Queen Camilla’s new health update. Royal expert Hilary Fordwich, though, told Fox News she believes it’s only natural, not least because of his history of being a prince waiting many, many years to rule.

“The last thing that the nation wants is a lazy monarch”

“Given he had the longest wait in history as heir to the throne, given his age, as well as his current health crisis, he is poignantly aware that time is ticking,” Fordwich told Fox.

“He has been preparing for this role his entire life, being in line for the throne for 70 years. After waiting for so long, he has thrown himself into the job. He wants to make his mark. So all that downtime away from his people makes him anxious and agitated.”

Fordwich concluded: “Every single one of the projects he has undertaken is designed to make a real mark. They are not just honorary where he shows up once in a while. He has devoted his life to having an impact. Hence, the downtime required by his doctors is not in the slightest welcome. His reaction is admirable. The last thing that the nation wants is a lazy monarch.”

Meanwhile, royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams explained that King Charles is a “workaholic who skips lunch.”

Summer tends to mean a lot of royal duties for the Firm, and this upcoming weekend is one of the highlights of the year. Trooping the Colour has been a beloved royal tradition for hundreds of years: the Royal Museums Greenwich states that the tradition was first started by King George II in 1748.
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As on King George’s November birthday it was considered to be too cold to celebrate outside with a parade, they decided to have his military parade – known as Trooping the Colour — alongside a public celebration in the summer instead.

King Charles confirmed to appear at Trooping the Colour

Therefore, unless they happen to be born on the same day, Britain’s reigning monarch celebrates two birthdays a year. Trooping the Colour typically occurs every year on the second Saturday in June.

According to the Royal Museums Greenwich, Trooping the Colour originated on the battlefield. A regiment’s flag, also known as “colours,” was ever an important rallying point for soldiers in battle. This year’s celebration is, of course, a rather unique situation, as it’s been heavily discussed whether or not King Charles would attend given his health.

It’s since been confirmed by the palace that Charles will attend despite his cancer diagnosis. The regent will ride in a horse-drawn carriage alongside Camilla for the parade, instead of on horseback as he’s done in previous years.

Naturally, many royal fans are most excited about the Royal Family’s appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony, where they traditionally gather to greet thousands of people outside the gates. Though things have been very quiet regarding Kate Middleton of late, some weeks ago the Daily Mail published a bombshell claim that the Princess of Wales is considering appearing on the balcony.

Time will tell whether that is the case, but public relations expert Rhea Freeman nonetheless states that it would make King Charles a very happy man if she did.

“If Kate were to appear on the balcony, it would definitely dominate the news,” Freeman told GB News. “But from everything I’ve read and seen, I would imagine that the King would be delighted to have her there.”

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Prince Harry’s departure from the UK surprised the royal family, and caused speculation and frustration, with many asking what pushed them to this drastic choice. The Prince recently revealed the shocking reason and it has left many social media users furious.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex once seemed like they had it all – a royal wedding, a growing family, and global admiration. But behind the scenes, tensions were building, and it wasn’t long before their fairy tale was over. Prince Harry’s explanation for their departure has sparked widespread outrage, with critics expressing disbelief and frustration.

The couple cited their desire for financial independence and a healthier family life. However, Prince Harry later disclosed more personal reasons for their departure. As details emerged, critics lashed out, with many claiming that the couple had brought the turmoil on themselves.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex during their visit to Colombia on August 15, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

From a Royal Wedding to a Shocking Exit

However, two years later, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex shocked the public and the royal family with an unexpected announcement. In January 2020, the couple declared they would be stepping back as senior royals.

They also shared their plans to become financially independent while splitting their time between the UK and North America. In their statement, they expressed their desire to raise their son, Archie, with respect for royal traditions. They expressed a desire for freedom to focus on a new chapter of their lives.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at Nathan Philips Square on September 25, 2017 | Source: Getty Images

The announcement sent shockwaves through Buckingham Palace. It was widely reported that neither the Queen nor Prince William had been consulted before the couple’s public statement. This left senior royals “hurt” and “disappointed.” It became clear that all was not well within the royal family.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, on March 9, 2020 | Source: Getty Images

The Hidden Struggles Behind the Scenes

As time passed, the rift between Prince Harry and the rest of the royal family became more evident. Tensions between him and his brother, Prince William, grew deeper, with reports suggesting that their once-close relationship was strained beyond repair.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge during the unveiling of a statue they commissioned of Diana, Princess of Wales, on July 1, 2021 | Source: Getty Images

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, is said to be particularly heartbroken over the situation. An insider revealed that Kate had been trying to encourage William to reach out to Harry and mend the family bonds, but her attempts fell on deaf ears.

Prince William, Prince of Wales, and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex follow the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, in London, England, on September 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

For Meghan, the relentless pressure from the media had taken its toll. Since the beginning of their relationship, she had been the subject of harsh criticism and invasive scrutiny.

Meghan Markle at The Fashion Awards in London, England on December 10, 2018 | Source: Getty Images

Allegations from ex-staff members, who claimed that Meghan had verbally attacked them during her time at the palace, only added fuel to the fire.

Meghan Markle at the Lightway Academy in Abuja, Nigeria on May 10, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

But it wasn’t just Meghan who struggled with the pressures of royal life. Tensions between Harry and his father, now King Charles III, were also simmering. The release of Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” in 2023 and his subsequent interviews only widened the rift.

Copies of Prince Harry’s memoir “Spare” as seen on January 11, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

King Charles III, Camilla, Queen Consort and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex watch as members of the Bearer Party transfer the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, on September 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Harry’s portrayal of Camilla caused deep offense, with insiders claiming that King Charles found this criticism “unforgivable.” The harsh words about his beloved wife left Charles hurt, and reconciliation with his son seemed increasingly unlikely.

Queen Camilla at the Royal Maundy Service at Worcester Cathedral in Worcester, England on March 28, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Meghan’s Last Visit to the UK and the Strained Family Dynamics

As the relationship between Harry, Meghan, and the rest of the royal family continued to deteriorate, Meghan’s presence in the United Kingdom became more infrequent. Her last visit to the UK was in September 2022 for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at Windsor Castle on September 10, 2022. | Source: Getty Images

Since then, Meghan has not returned to the UK, even skipping King Charles’ coronation in May 2023. This absence only fueled speculation about the strained relationship between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry leave Windsor Castle for an evening reception in Windsor, England, on May 19, 2018 | Source: Getty Images

Despite the rift, King Charles reportedly made efforts to reconnect with Harry and Meghan, especially for the sake of his grandchildren. Sources close to the palace claimed that Charles had invited the couple to visit Balmoral Castle during the summer of 2024, hoping to spend time with his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle pose with their newborn son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, on May 8, 2019 | Source: Getty Images

The monarch had only met Lilibet once, during Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022, and had seen Archie only a handful of times. However, despite these invitations, the couple’s strained relationship with the royal family made a full reunion difficult.

Prince William (front row) and Prince Harry (rows behind) with other members of the royal family at King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s Coronation in London, England on May 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

In a touching moment during the coronation celebrations in May 2023, King Charles raised a glass in honor of his grandson Archie’s fourth birthday. While it was a heartwarming gesture, Harry had already returned to California to celebrate the occasion with his family.

Meghan remained in the U.S. with Archie and their daughter, Lilibet, organizing a private celebration for their son. Although most members of the royal family reportedly “breathed a sigh of relief” at Harry’s absence, Charles was said to have been genuinely disappointed that his son didn’t stay longer.

King Charles III and Prince Harry ahead of the Committal Service for the late Queen Elizabeth II on September 19, 2022, in Windsor, England. | Source: Getty Images

The separation between the Prince and the royal family was not just geographical; it was emotional. Every attempt to bridge the gap seemed to fall short, and the bond between Harry and his father continued to fray.

Prince Harry on September 14, 2022, in London, England | Source: Getty Images

As the public speculated about the true reasons behind Prince Harry and Markle’s departure from the royal family, Harry himself provided an answer that stunned many.

King Charles, Prince William, Catherine, Meghan, and Prince Harry arrive for the Royal Family’s traditional Christmas Day service in Sandringham, Norfolk, on December 25, 2018 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry’s Shocking Revelations

In his memoir, “Spare,” Harry revealed that their decision to leave the UK was not only about wanting financial independence or the relentless media scrutiny. It was driven by a far more personal and painful reason: fear for their safety.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry during their visit to Columbia in Bogota, Columbia on August 15, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

“My wife and I fled this place in fear of our sanity and physical safety,” Harry wrote. Harry shared that the pressures of royal life, particularly the relentless media attacks on Meghan, had pushed them to make a decision for the sake of their mental well-being.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Cartagena during their Colombia tour on August 17, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

He recounted the unbearable scrutiny Meghan faced from the British tabloids, which he believed put her at risk, both mentally and emotionally. But it wasn’t just the press that made life unbearable for the couple.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during day 2 of their Nigeria tour in Abuja, Nigeria on May 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Harry also described the internal struggles within the royal family, recounting conflicts over seemingly trivial matters. One example was the family’s opposition to his decision to grow a beard for his wedding, which Harry said became a point of contention.

Prince Harry at the Invictus Games Foundation 10th Anniversary Service in London, England on May 8, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

While it may have seemed like a minor issue, it symbolized a deeper control the family exerted over his life, something Harry felt he could no longer accept. These revelations sparked outrage across social media.

Prince Harry in Abuja, Nigeria on May 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Many critics took to various platforms to voice their disbelief and frustration, feeling that Harry’s reasons were unjustified. “This is a shameful reason,” one user commented.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on February 14, 2024, in Whistler, British Columbia | Source: Getty Images

Others were quick to suggest that the couple’s struggles were self-inflicted, with one user writing, “They ‘fled’ the UK because she wanted to,” and another adding, “They are never out of reasons!! They brought on the angst themselves!!”

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex are seen on August 17, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Despite the backlash, Prince Harry stood by his decision to leave, making it clear that his priority was to protect his family, even if it meant cutting ties with the institution that had defined his life for so long.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, the three children of the Prince and Princess of Wales, have the cutest nickname for their grandfather King Charles III.

Because of his former title as Prince of Wales, the young royals refer to their grandfather as “Grampa Wales.” We know the kids get to spend a lot of time with their adored grandfather because they live close to one another in central London.
King Charles is a doting grandfather
Prince Charles demonstrated what a loving grandfather he is while entertaining Prince Louis on his lap during one of his first significant public appearances at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee pageant two years ago.

Queen Camilla, the wife of King Charles, is a stepgrandmother to Charles’ grandchildren as well as having her own grandchildren.

The royal said, “Well, what’s so lovely about being a grandmother, they teach you things and hopefully they learn a few things from us,” when discussing the significant role during a previous visit to Cornwall.
The three children use the surname Wales
George, Charlotte, and Louis used the titles of their parents, the then-Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, as their surnames, just as Prince Charles uses his title as his name. They were known to everyone at school as George Cambridge, Charlotte Cambridge, and Louis Cambridge because all three of the siblings shared the surname Cambridge.

However, they didn’t use that surname for long, though, as when King Charles succeeded to the throne, he transferred the title of Prince of Wales to Prince William, who in turn gave the three children the surname Wales.
The young royals refer to their grandfather as “Grampa Wales”
William and Harry used the surname “Wales” throughout their childhood, including in school, at university, and while serving in the military. Harry held the title of Captain Wales, while William was known as Lieutenant Wales.

In addition, the children refer to their father William as “Pops” rather than “dad,” according to a People magazine report. How cute!

EXCLUSIVE: A royal expert in the US says it is “very sad” how Meghan and Harry left the Royal Family to pursue their own projects.

Meghan faces a ‘very sad’ reality, an expert says (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle is now a “laughing stock” in the US because she ditched the Royal Family for “making jam”, a royal expert has said.

In 2020, the Duchess of Sussex and her husband Prince Harry stepped down as senior working members of the Royal Family, before eventually relocating and settling in Montecito, California.

Since then, relations between the couple and the royals have been fractured, with the Harry and Meghan making claims against them in an interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021, before the Duke made further claims in his January 2023 memoir, Spare.

Harry and Meghan have used their independence to pursue a variety of ventures and projects.

US-based royal commentator Hilary Fordwich told Daily Express US Meghan’s latest project – lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard – has not been well received in the country.

Meghan released her jam last month (Image: Tracey Robbins/Instagram)

She claimed the new venture represents a massive downgrade from what Harry and Meghan could have achieved with the royals.

The expert said: “I know that Meghan has become a laughing stock with her jam. I think it is very sad.

Harry and Meghan could have done so much for the Commonwealth. Harry could have been something of a joint King, meeting global leaders with Meghan. Now she is making jam.

Fordwich continued: “There is nowhere in the media that has said ‘this is a great step!’ Americans are very career-conscious. You are judged by where your CV is going. Your trajectory weighs heavily.

“This also raises the question of where is Harry now if all she is doing is making jam?”

Meghan recently released a new jam as part of her new brand launch, promoting via influencers’ Instagram pages.

Harry is in the UK this week (Image: Getty)

Last month, Meghan sent 50 jars of her new jam to influencers, including fashion designer Tracy Robbins and Argentine socialite Delfina Balquier.

Earlier this week, the former actress did not travel to the UK with Harry when he returned to his home country for an Invictus Games event.

Despite hopes of a reconciliation with his King Charles III, the Duke of Sussex didn’t meet with his father during his stay.

A spokesperson for Harry said: “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 programme.

“The duke of course is understanding of his father’s diary of commitments and various other priorities and hopes to see him soon.”

Kate Middleton made her royal comeback this Saturday for the Trooping the Colour after receiving her cancer diagnosis in March. The Princess of Wales seemed happy and waved to excited fans along the streets of London. In a statement, she opened the door to attending more royal events later this summer.

While the royal family celebrates that both Kate and King Charles are now somewhat back to royal duty, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are nowhere to be seen. Reports suggest they weren’t even invited to the big royal event, and with all that’s happened, perhaps that wasn’t a surprise.

However, although they weren’t there, the Sussexes, and foremost Meghan Markle, managed to get herself in the spotlight anyway. Just hours before Kate stepped into public again, the Duchess did something that left many accusing her of stealing the attention of the Princess of Wales by releasing a new product through her lifestyle brand.

The talks surrounding Kate Middleton’s possible return to public life began over a week ago. On Friday, the Princess of Wales gave the world the wonderful news.

Kate Middleton return to royal duty after cancer treatment

In a lengthy statement, the Princess of Wales announced that she was looking forward to attending this year’s Trooping the Colour, making her first royal outing since her abdominal surgery in January and the cancer treatment she has received in the last few months.

“I have been blown away by all the kind messages of support and encouragement over the last couple of months. It really has made the world of difference to William and me and has helped us both through some of the harder times,” Kate said.

The Princess of Wales continued: “I am making good progress, but as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good days and bad days. On those bad days you feel weak, tired and you have to give in to your body resting. But on the good days, when you feel stronger, you want to make the most of feeling well.”

“My treatment is ongoing and will be for a few more months. On the days I feel well enough, it is a joy to engage with school life, spend personal time on the things that give me energy and positivity, as well as starting to do a little work from home.”
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“I’m looking forward to attending The King’s Birthday Parade this weekend with my family and hope to join a few public engagements over the summer, but equally knowing I am not out of the woods yet.”

Buckingham Palace balcony appearance during Trooping the Colour

She concluded: “I am learning how to be patient, especially with uncertainty. Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body, and allowing myself to take this much needed time to heal. Thank you so much for your continued understanding, and to all of you who have so bravely shared your stories with me.”

On Saturday, Kate Middleton was photographed arriving at Trooping the Colour. Sitting in a car alongside her husband, Prince William, and their three children, she wore a white dress with a black bow and a white hat, her hair in a bun.

In an interview with GB News, Schofield stated that the princess looked “absolutely incredible” and “well” during the big celebration.

“You can’t deny that she looked absolutely incredible. It was like My Fair Lady, she looked like Audrey Hepburn in the outfit. I don’t know if that was the inspiration, but she looks so sophisticated, so smart. It’s what we’ve come to expect from her, I would expect nothing less,” Schofield said.

“She was so engaged with the children in the carriage. All you can think about is the fact that she’s had a lot of special time with them lately, that this family is incredibly bonded,” she added. “She’s had the opportunity to spend a lot of time at home with them, they’re incredibly close and a beautiful family indeed.”
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Kate Middleton later appeared on the Buckingham Palace balcony alongside her husband, children, King Charles and Queen Camilla. Finally, after a very challenging year, things returned to somewhat normal.

While Kate has opened up about being at more royal outings this summer, it is not a big guess that she will choose them wisely and not head back to serving the Crown too quickly.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘were not invited’ to Trooping the Colour, expert says

As it has been for many years, the royal family has had to deal with the feud with the estranged Sussexes, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The couple have not been involved with the royal family for years, and the last time they were seen alongside the royals was at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in 2022.

It’s been reported that King Charles has invited the two to Balmoral this summer to spend time with the family – and have Archie and Lilibet get to know their cousins, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. But the fact that they weren’t at Trooping the Colour wasn’t a surprise.

According to royal expert Tom Quinn, there have been discussions about inviting Harry and Meghan to Trooping the Colour. However, they felt that even if the Sussexes had accepted an invite, it could have backfired.

“There was a brief discussion among the senior Royals about inviting Harry and Meghan to Trooping the Colour, but the idea was quickly dismissed because even if the couple accepted the invitation there is a feeling that they cast a dark shadow over everything,” Quinn told the Mirror.
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It is not known whether Harry and Meghan watched the royal family reuniting on the Buckingham Palace balcony. However, the couple clearly has many other things on their hands at the moment.

Meghan Markle – new lifestyle brand

Some weeks ago, they visited Nigeria on a three-day tour to promote the Invictus Games. Sadly, the royal family reportedly had firm, angry opinions about it.

In the meantime, the Duchess has taken on a new business venture, creating her luxurious brand.

The Duchess launched the lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard in March earlier this year. In the announcement video, shot at the couple’s Montecito mansion, Meghan walked around the beautiful mansion and featured her cooking.

The first product — a lemon-filled gift basket containing fresh fruit jam — was sent to 50 of her friends, many of whom were celebrities. At the time, PR expert Mayah Riaz said Meghan Markle could earn as much as a seven-figure sum within the first year of launching her lifestyle brand.

“So far, the jams have been sent to only 50 people. This suggests that it will be an exclusive and limited edition item,” Riaz told the Mirror.

“It has already been reported a single jam jar could cost three figures. I believe that is entirely likely from what we have seen so far. This is not rare for a celebrity brand.”
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The PR expert added, “Therefore, my estimation is that American Riveria Orchard in under a year could make Meghan seven figures. It is entirely possible for the brand to make multi-seven figures by the end of next year,” the PR guru added.

“Meghan was in tears when the brand launched”

Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, will reportedly sell products such as oils, home fragrances, kitchen utensils, and homeware. The brand was intensely hyped when it was announced, and she received hundreds of thousands of followers in the first 24 hours on Instagram.

However, it’s been quiet since then, and Meghan has yet to reveal when the brand will go live. Interest is fading, and some time ago, royal expert Tom Quinn revealed some sad details about Meghan’s company.

Speaking to the Mirror, Quinn claimed that the Duchss was devastated by the public’s reception of her lifestyle brand. Many criticized her for releasing her jam, which hit Meghan Markle hard.

“The one fly in the ointment is Meghan’s new internet brand, America Riviera Orchard. Meghan was in tears when the brand launched, and her new jam was widely mocked for being expensive and nothing special. She has reached the point now where she thinks that anything and everything she does will be unfairly criticized,” Quinn said.

Quinn added that Prince Harry believed “people are unfairly picking on her,.” Moreover, Quinn said she wasn’t prepared for any setback surrounding the American Riviera Orchard.
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“She is especially sensitive about any criticism of her luxurious lifestyle in the US – from her point of view, this is something to be admired, not criticized.”

Meghan Markle accused of stealing Kate Middleton spotlight

It’s well-known that Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle weren’t best friends during their time as senior working royal family members. What happened next, as the couple both left the royal family and later accused them of many things through their interviews, the Netflix series and Harry’s book didn’t exactly enhance their relationship, and today, it’s said to be at the bottom.

Now, Meghan Markle is accused of once again trying to steal the spotlight from her former royal colleague.

On Saturday, June 15, just hours before Trooping the Colour, Argentinian polo player Nacho Figuerasa, a close friend of Markle and Prince Harry, revealed the Duchess’s brand’s new raspberry-flavored jam via an Instagram Story.

The announcement’s timing left many royal fans angry and took to social media.

“Try to steal the spotlight from the RF,” one X, formerly known as Twitter, wrote, as per OK! Magazine. “Yet it is still shocking and disgusting.”

A second person added, “Narcissism at its finest,” while a third stated, “No. Meghan can never outshine Princess Kate, not then, now, ever.”
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A fourth person concluded, “Who buys jam anyway? It is so easy to make right at home with fresh fruit and a load of sugar!”

Source claims Meghan Markle had nothing do to with it

Although many were furious with Meghan Markle for this, a source close to the Duchess told the Daily Beast that she had nothing to do with it.

The source claimed, “While I am sure the gift packages came with notes requesting social media coverage, you can’t tell Nacho Figueras what to do. So I think it’s certain the timing of his post was his own idea.”

“The larger point here is that the American Riviera Orchard campaign has been phenomenally successful and cost Meghan nothing.”

The source added, “It is a textbook social media campaign. The only problem is that there still seems to be nothing actually for sale, so what is it all for? I guess we will find out.”

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