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A royal expert has claimed that Prince Harry is ‘heartbroken’ at the fact his children Archie and Lilibet could grow up without knowing their relatives

Royal commentator Duncan Larcombe suggests that Prince Harry is “heartbroken” over his children’s potential detachment from the Royal Family, insinuating that whereas Meghan Markle has realised her aspirations, Prince Harry has fulfilled only some of his, detailed in Woman magazine. Notwithstanding his contented role as a “loving father and husband” Mr. Larcombe believes Harry has not gained much else.

The continuing debate over Harry’s security arrangements fuels conjecture about his possible return to the UK with kids Archie and Lilibet, given added impetus by the Sussexes’ reported purchase of a property in Portugal.

Mr. Larcombe stresses: “Meghan’s dreams have all come true, but what about Harry’s? He is now richer than he was, even more famous and surrounded by celebrity hangers-on rather than the group of trusted people who called friends.”

Additionally, he notes: “The major change for Harry is having two children in his life and being able to play the role of loving father and husband, something he has always wanted. Though aside from that dream achieved, there is arguably little else he has really gained.”

Ultimately Mr. Larcombe emphasises Harry’s poignant dilemma: “No matter how he might try to protest, Harry will be missing his family and friends back in Britain and will be heartbroken that his children are being brought up without knowing the relatives he left behind.”

Reports and comments throughout 2024 have been rife with speculation about Prince Harry’s yearning for the UK and his attempts to mend fences with the Royal Family.

In an interview with The Mirror, Royal biographer Tom Quinn weighed in on what he describes as the end of Harry’s “honeymoon period” in America, reports AberdeenLive.

Mr Quinn remarked: “As time goes by, Harry misses some aspects of his old life in the UK.”

He went on to add: “Inevitably, the honeymoon period where everything in the States is new and exciting is coming to an end and Harry is looking back at the past through rose-tinted spectacles. He misses his Old Etonian and army friends, many of whom have not visited as they don’t get on with Meghan.”

Furthermore, Quinn suggests Harry’s ongoing legal battle to have his security costs covered by the British taxpayer is part of a wider plan to establish a permanent residence in the UK.

This sentiment has been echoed among Royal experts, who speculate that the Sussexes’ property in Portugal might symbolically and physically bring Harry closer to his roots and family members like Princess Eugenie.

CambridgeLive has reported that Princess Eugenie is thrilled about the idea of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moving closer. An insider revealed: “Eugenie is immensely fond of Harry and Meghan, as is Jack. They’ve always been incredibly close and it’s extremely heartening to them that a wider (peace for the Sussexes) with the royals is finally in sight.”

Representatives for Prince Harry have been contacted for a statement.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex landed in Atlanta by private jet after a weekend on the island of Canouan, in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Meghan carries a souvenir bag as she gets off the plane in Atlanta on October 16. Photo: Backgrid

The former royal couple were spotted getting off the plane on October 16. They were greeted by customs and border patrol officers as they left the tarmac. Meghan looked fresh and healthy after her vacation. She was ready for Atlanta’s cool weather by wearing a black long-sleeved maxi dress, brown flats and a blue scarf.

The 42-year-old Duchess wore sunglasses, her hair in a messy bun, and carried a souvenir bag emblazoned with the words “Cream of the Islands” and held a sun hat. Meanwhile, Harry carried a leather bag, wore a white polo shirt, olive khaki pants and suede shoes, and a black baseball cap.

Harry carried his own bag with his bodyguards when getting off the plane. Photo: Backgrid

The Sussexes’ two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, were not seen at the airport, further fueling speculation that Harry and Meghan were on a private vacation in the Caribbean. It is unclear whether the couple were in Atlanta for work or pleasure. The Georgia city is home to Meghan’s close friend Tyler Perry, who owns several studios.

Harry and Meghan have been enjoying a few quiet days on Canouan Island after a busy week of attending the Invictus Games in Germany and the Archewell Foundation’s first live event for World Mental Health Day. The pair were spotted walking hand in hand on the cobblestoned walkways by the marina in Glossy Bay on Saturday, according to the Mail . In keeping with the island’s reputation as a place for billionaires, Meghan wore a $6,600 dress by French fashion house Chloé. She also carried a $1,560 St. Louis PM tote bag by Goyard.

Harry and Meghan affectionately held hands and walked around Canouan Island last weekend. Photo: DM

“The couple looked happy. As Harry walked out of the shop, he slightly bumped into one of the boxes outside and they both giggled. Then Meghan reached out and held her husband’s hand. They seemed very happy to be on holiday together,” the source told the Mail .

Meghan and Harry shopped at Faye, a luxury grocery store that bills itself as offering “fresh, seasonal organic produce, from vegetables to cheeses, sweets, seafood and exclusive meats” imported from France. After browsing the shelves, the couple walked along a bougainvillea-lined walkway before boarding a luxury boat that took them to the northern coast of Canouan.

Canouan is less than 5 km wide but is known as a place for the super rich. In addition to Harry – Meghan , stars who are fans of this paradise island include Robert Downey Jr, Leonardo DiCaprio and George – Amal Clooney.

Meghan Markle attended the Highbrow Hippie hair care line’s launch party at the Gjelina restaurant in Venice, California on November 14

Meghan Markle with Kadie Lee and Serge Normant at the Highbrow Hippie Launch Party held at Gjelina on November 14, 2024 in Venice, California. (Photo: X)

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex was recently spotted having a nightout with her close friends, but without husband Prince Harry. She sang and danced along to a gospel choir to enjoy her time.

Meghan attended the Highbrow Hippie hair care line’s launch party at the Gjelina restaurant in Venice, California on November 14. She is one of the lead investors for Kadi Lee’s new Haircare and Wellness range.

At the party, she posed for pictures with her longtime hair colorist and friend Kadi Lee and her hairstylist Serge Normant.

For the occasion, she was seen wearing a black strapless Khaite top and black pants, accessorizing with a gold pendant necklace and gold earrings. Her classic look included shoes from brand Aquazurra.

“I am so proud to invest in (Kadi) as a friend and as a female founder,” Meghan told InStyle of her investment in Highbrow Hippie.

“Kadi has a mastery of hair health, and her Highbrow Hippie collection is a perfect reflection of that,” she added.

According to a report by PEOPLE citing a source, Meghan Markle was in “a joyful mood” at the event.

“She was dancing and celebrating with her friends,” the report said.

Meghan’s several close friends, including makeup artist Daniel Martin and Tatcha founder Vicky Tsai were also present at the party.

“We needed this celebration of community and creativity,” Martin tells PEOPLE. “I was honored to celebrate these women among such close friends.”

The new products—the Highbrow Hippie Essential Wellbeing Complex and Root Replenish Active Growth Serum—are available for sale on highbrowhippie.com.

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Highbrow Hippie is now the third brand Meghan has publicly shared she’s invested in, in addition to Cesta Collective and Clevr.

In August this year, Meghan had revealed that she invested in the female-founded, sustainably sourced handbag brand Cesta Collective.

She had said that there are between five and ten brands currently in her portfolio.

Meghan Markle is “worried” over Prince Harry’s attempts to reconnect with the Royal Family, sources have claimed.

Meghan Markle “can never forgive the Royal Family” for never apologising to her and Prince Harry, sources have claimed.

Prince Harry is planning a return to the UK next month and is said to be keen on a reconnecting with the Prince and Princess of Wales during the visit.

The Duke of Sussex, 39, is returning to mark the tenth anniversary of the Invictus Games in London on May 8.

The Duchess, however, is said to concerned that he will regret the decision of trying to reconnect with his family.

According to OK!, a source said: “Meghan knows she is facing a losing battle when it comes to Harry reaching out to Kate and William to try and sort through their differences, but she thinks he’s making a big mistake.”

It comes after royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams said that Kate’s cancer diagnosis could be an “enormous game changer” in the royal feud.

The Princess of Wales revealed she is undergoing preventative chemotherapy after being diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer earlier this year.

The source added: “She obviously feels sympathy for Kate and what she’s going through, but in her mind, it doesn’t change things.

“[Meghan] wants her to make a full recovery and for the family to all be ok but four years on from leaving and she’s still upset by it all and can never fully forgive the royals for what they put her and Harry through and have never apologised.”

Meghan Markle has reportedly said she will only consider reconciling with the royal family if she is included in the peace talks and will not let The Firm ‘sideline’ her

Meghan Markle has given Prince Harry an ultimatum over any possible peace talks with the royal family and insisted she doesn’t want to be “side-lined,” according to a source.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been on tense terms with The Firm ever since they stepped down as senior royals and moved to America in 2020. The relationship between Harry and his brother Prince William is currently non-existent.

Following recent health scares within the royal family, however, speculation has risen about a potential end to the royal feud. Amid the rumors, one source has claimed that while Meghan is supportive of Harry’s desire to make amends, she wants to be involved.

“Meghan is all for Harry making peace with his family, but she’s not going to let them sideline her in the process,” the source said. They added, “She’s been very clear that she’s not about to let William, or anyone else, drive a wedge between her and Harry.”

Speaking to Heat World Magazine, the source suggested Meghan feels as though any attempt of a reunion with just Harry is a “no-go.” They continued, “She feels strongly that she and Harry are a team, and if his family wants to welcome him back but not her, that will be a dealbreaker.”

The source also said Harry and Meghan are still very much united and described them as a “package deal.” The source disclosed, “There is a big worry that Meghan could turn out to be a real roadblock in the peace talks.”

They continued, revealing Kate Middleton’s alleged concerns, “Kate is still very optimistic, she’s seen a lot of changes in Harry, and she does believe he’s ready to compromise and let some of the past go, but she’s worried Meghan may stand in the way.”

They concluded, “At the end of the day, Meghan and Kate both have very different ideas on what it will take for them to reconcile.”

 

 

The Duchess of Sussex’s sister Samantha Markle is pursuing a legal case against Meghan

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been branded “evil” by Samantha Markle’s attorney, who claims the Duke of Sussex wants to control American speech.

Peter Ticktin, of the Ticktin Law Group, launched a scathing attack on the Duke of Sussex during ongoing legal proceedings between Meghan Markle and her half-sister.

“To most of us, Americans, we couldn’t give a tinker’s damn as to whether that prince is the Duke of Wales, the Duke of Sussex, or the Duke of Earl,” Ticktin told Newsweek.

The attorney criticised Harry’s presence in the United States, stating: “This Duke is here as our guest, and his goal seems to be to control our speech.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been branded “evil” by Samantha Markle’s attorney, who claims the Duke of Sussex wants to control American speech.

Ticktin’s criticism centred on Harry’s involvement with the Aspen Institute’s Commission on Information Disorder, which he mockingly referred to as the “Ministry of Truth.”

The attorney took particular issue with Harry’s role as one of 16 governors who “decide which statements on our internet should be deleted as misinformation.”

The commission, according to its website, works with government, private sector and civil society to address the spread of false information online.

Ticktin also referenced Harry’s previous comments about the US First Amendment being “Bonkers,” suggesting this showed the Duke’s attitudes towards American freedoms.

Ticktin also referenced Harry’s previous comments about the US First Amendment being “Bonkers,” suggesting this showed the Duke’s attitudes towards American freedoms.

Ticktin further criticised Harry and Meghan’s recent initiatives around internet safety.

In recent filings, Samantha’s team also referred to Harry using Prince William’s title, Prince of Wales.

Ticktin further criticised Harry and Meghan’s recent initiatives around internet safety.

“The Sussex Squad smear, threaten, and set out to destroy anyone who criticises Meghan or Harry,” Ticktin said. “They are the evil which Harry pretends to be against.”

The comments follow the launch of The Archewell Foundation Parents’ Network in August, where Harry discussed online risks to young people.

During a CBS Sunday Mornings interview, Harry expressed concern about social media’s impact on children.

“They could be in the next-door room on a tablet or on a phone and can be going down these rabbit holes,” Harry said. “And before you know it, within 24 hours, they could be taking their life.”

Meghan Markle appeared to pay tribute to her mother-in-law Diana, Princess of Wales, while on a four-day tour to Colombia.

The Duchess of Sussex, 43, was invited to the country by vice president Francia Márquez after the politician saw the couple’s two-part Netflix documentary.

She, alongside husband Prince Harry, 39, arrived in the country on Thursday, where they were greeted by Ms Márquez and her partner, Rafael Yerney Pinillo, before undertaking a number of further engagements that day.

The following day, the couple visited La Giralda School in Bogota, with Meghan donning a pair of butterfly-shaped gold earrings previously owned by the late royal for the appearance.

Eagle-eyed royal watchers noticed that Meghan was sporting the jewellery, which was first worn by the late Diana, Princess of Wales on her 1986 royal tour to Canada.

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On Friday, while visiting a school in Colombia, Meghan Markle wore a pair of butterfly-shaped earrings that previously belonged to her late mother-in-law Diana, Princess of Wales

Touching moment student in Bogota gives Meghan Markle a big hug

The then-Princess of Wales was seen wearing the jewels during the trip with then-Prince Charles in May that year.

The appearance occurred a year-and-a-half after Diana gave birth to Prince Harry.

During their trip to La Giralda School, Harry and Meghan took part in an art session and planted trees.

They also visited the school’s ‘social and emotional gym’ which teaches students mental and physical exercises to balance their mental health and personal wellbeing.

Students demonstrated for the couple their personal meditation techniques, and presented them with gifts and handwritten letters.

Harry and Meghan posed for photos alongside the youngsters as they wore traditional dress.

The school is in the Bogota district of Santa Fe which is seen as a particularly dangerous and violent suburb.

Described as Bogota’s red-light district, it is reportedly known for its deadly mix of prostitution, drugs and violence and is best avoided at night, according to locals.

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Diana, Princess of Wales is pictured wearing the earrings during a royal tour to Canada in May 1986

It featured on Apple TV series No Go Zones – The World’s Toughest Places – and was described as an area of ‘Colombian gangsters and pimps in charge and all manner of homeless people and addicts find their way to the wasteland of Bogota.’

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were escorted to a school amid tight security with at least 16 armoured police vehicles, as well as armed officers and soldiers, seen on patrol before their arrival.

The visit to the school, which is overlooked by rundown apartment blocks and several rundown favelas which cling to the nearby hillsides, comes despite Harry’s raising concerns over his security arrangements when visiting the UK.

Friday’s engagement wasn’t the first time Meghan wore the earrings: In 2018, she was seen sporting them during her and Harry’s tour of Australia.

Diana left much of her jewellery collection to her sons’ future wives. She conveyed her wishes in a letter, which read: ‘I would like you to allocate all my jewellery to the share to be held by my sons, so that their wives may, in due course, have it or use it.’

Meghan Markle turned heads in a sequined skirt and sharp white shirt on Sunday as she arrived at a theatre in Cali, Colombia, to deliver a speech on the final day of the Sussexes ‘quasi-royal’ tour of the South American country.

The Duchess of Sussex, 43, looked radiant in a £1,634 patterned mdi skirt embellished with sequins by Miami-based designer Silvia Tcherassi and a sleeveless white shirt with silver buttons.

Meghan, who gave a speech at the Afro women and power forum taking place at Cali’s Municipal Theatre, was accompanied by Prince Harry, 39, who chose a pale blue, linen shirt for the occasion.

The Duchess’s hair was swept back into a glamorous updo, revealing a pair of gold statement earrings, while she kept her make-up natural.

She completed her outfit with a pair of pink suede pumps and Princess Diana ‘s £17,800 Gold Tank Française Watch, along with a £5,800 Cartier Love Yellow Gold Bracelet.

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Meghan Markle (pictured) looked radiant in a patterned pencil skirt embellished with sequins, which she paired with a sharp white shirt and pink, suede pumps

Meghan pays tribute to her mother calling her an ‘inspiration’

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The Duchess of Sussex gave a speech at the Afro women and power forum in Cali, speaking in Spanish

Meghan and Harry kick off final day of ‘quasi-royal’ Colombian tour

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She wore her hair swept back in a glamorous updo to and kept her make-up natural

Meghan’s look today marks a move away from the monochrome outfits she sported earlier on in the tour.

For her first look, Meghan chose one of her favourite designers, Johanna Ortiz, who is from Colombia, pairing the Deep Ocean silk crop top with the Hello Sailor silk maxi skirt. The two pieces together cost approximately £1,700.

As she visited the historic Afro-Caribbean village of San Basilio de Palenque, which was founded 300 years ago by freed slaves, she chose a chose a chic white linen skirt from Posse, the Emma design, costing approximately £200. She paired the wardrobe staple with a white crew neck tank top from Argent, costing £120.

For mother-of-two Meghan, who has previously been known to favour exclusive and pricey designers, this look favoured more modestly-priced key pieces – but it was her jewellery that upped the price tag of the outfit.

Keeping her favoured and most treasured jewellery pieces close, Meghan chose her Cartier Gold Tank Francaise Watch, which once belonged to Princess Diana and is valued at £17,800.

She paired it with her Cartier Justr Un Clou Necklace in Yellow Gold with Diamonds, costing £15,500, and added a final Cartier touch, the Love Yellow Gold Bracelet, which costs £5,800.

Elsewhere, the Duchess added sweet nods to her children, Archie and Lili, by donning her Ariel Gordon Imperial Disc Pendant necklace engraved with the children’s names, costing £1,425.

As the couple kicked off the third day of their tour of the South American nation, they were greeted once again by Colombia’s vice president Francia Marquez as they visited a school and took part in a bongo drum workshop.

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Prince Harry chose a pale blue linen shirt for the final day of the Sussexes tour of Colombia

‘Lilibet has found her voice’: Meghan gushes about her daughter

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Meghan completed her look with a pair of gold statement earrings and Princess Diana’s £17,800 Gold Tank Française Watch

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Meghan Markle was a marvel in monochrome as she arrived in Cartagena with Prince Harry on the third day of their tour of Colombia

Meghan and Harry visit music school during tour of Colombia

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While Meghan’s second look of the day was demure and modest in cost, her expensive jewellery upped the price tag

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The couple appeared to be wearing earpieces, perhaps to aid translation from Spanish to English, as they took part in the class

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Earlier in the day, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrived in Cartagena, the historic town which sits on the Caribbean Sea, and looked chic as they stepped off the plane

Harry and Meghan share loving and bonding moments on Colombia tour

For their second meeting of the day, they visited the village of San Basilio de Palenque, which has a fascinating history after being founded by freed African slaves almost 300 years ago. It is now described as a ‘little corner of Africa’ in the nation.

The stop was particularly significant for Meghan, as when she visited Nigeria in May she said she was ’43 per cent Nigerian’.

Meghan Markle and Grace Kelly: Parallels Between Two Princesses

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is frequently compared to Grace Kelly, the iconic American actress who became Princess of Monaco. Both women captured the world’s imagination with their beauty, talent, and eventual transition from Hollywood to royalty. While they lived in different eras, the striking similarities between Meghan and Grace reveal a shared narrative of love, resilience, and reinvention in the face of tradition.

From Hollywood Spotlight to Royal Court

Grace Kelly was already a celebrated film star when she met Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1955, leaving behind a successful career to marry him and embrace her role as a European royal. Decades later, Meghan Markle would make a similar choice, stepping away from her acting career after her role on Suits to marry Prince Harry. For both women, this decision marked a drastic shift, trading the independence and glamour of Hollywood for the duty-bound life of royalty.

Their journeys from Hollywood to royalty transformed their lives but also brought challenges. Grace had to adapt to a life of diplomacy, leaving behind her acting career and adopting a new role as Monaco’s princess. Similarly, Meghan left the familiarity of her career and home in the United States, facing the demanding and traditional life of British royalty.

Bridging Cultures: The American Princesses

As American women entering European royal circles, Meghan and Grace both introduced a fresh perspective. Grace brought a touch of Hollywood sophistication and glamour to Monaco, helping put the small principality on the global stage. Likewise, Meghan’s American background, paired with her modern, progressive ideals, brought diversity and change to the British royal family, attracting a new, younger audience.

Their cultural differences sometimes caused friction with traditional royal circles, but both Grace and Meghan found ways to adapt while staying true to their values. Grace became a beloved figure in Monaco, known for her grace and commitment to philanthropic work, and Meghan, too, has focused on social issues, using her platform to promote causes close to her heart, from mental health to racial justice.

Challenges Within Royal Life

Both Meghan and Grace faced unique pressures in royal life. Grace was said to have struggled with the isolation of royal life in Monaco, which contrasted with the vibrant Hollywood lifestyle she had known. Likewise, Meghan has spoken openly about the personal and mental health challenges she faced within the British monarchy, describing moments of loneliness and feeling misunderstood.

Their struggles reflect the complexities that come with marrying into royalty. While Grace had to navigate the expectations of Monaco’s people and the demands of royal etiquette, Meghan encountered intense media scrutiny in the UK, often amplified by her background and race.

Defining Their Legacy Through Philanthropy

Grace Kelly found purpose in her royal role through her philanthropic work, championing the arts and social causes, which helped endear her to Monaco’s people. She created the Princess Grace Foundation to support emerging artists, securing her legacy as a patron of culture and charity.

Meghan, similarly, has carved out her own path through her charity work. Together with Prince Harry, she founded the Archewell Foundation, focusing on humanitarian projects that align with her progressive values. From promoting gender equality to supporting mental health initiatives, Meghan has used her influence to bring about social change, cementing her role as a modern-day philanthropist.

Challenging Royal Norms

Both Grace and Meghan challenged traditional royal norms in ways that set them apart. Grace’s glamorous, American style was unlike anything seen in European royalty, influencing royal fashion for years to come. Meghan, known for her modern style, broke several fashion protocols of the British royal family, choosing outfits that reflect her personality rather than sticking to conservative royal expectations.

Moreover, Meghan’s openness about issues like mental health and systemic racism has helped destigmatize these topics, breaking with the monarchy’s traditionally reserved stance. Like Grace, Meghan has taken bold steps that challenge the status quo, showing that a royal title doesn’t have to mean sacrificing individuality.

An Enduring Legacy

The parallels between Meghan Markle and Grace Kelly reveal two women who, despite immense pressure, shaped their own destinies. Grace’s influence in Monaco remains strong to this day, while Meghan’s legacy is still evolving as she navigates her role beyond the confines of royal life. Their stories of resilience, independence, and advocacy resonate with millions and continue to inspire new generations.

Both Meghan Markle and Grace Kelly exemplify the unique journey of those who transition from Hollywood stardom to the strictures of royalty, merging the worlds of glamour and duty while forging a legacy of compassion and strength.

Princess Anne is known for her sporty sense of style and love for keeping things practical.

Her Adidas sunglasses are one accessory the princess has worn plenty of times – most recently at the Olympics in Paris.

The frameless racing design incorporates red polarised lenses and the Team GB logo.

Her daughter, Zara, was originally given a pair as part of her kit when she represented her country as an equestrian at the London 2012 Olympics.

Anne was pictured wearing the same design at the event and has since re-worn them on several occasions – including at the Cheltenham Festival in 2015. 

Prince Harry and Prince William are also fans of sporty shades, as is Prince Albert of Monaco and his son Jacques.  

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Princess Anne wearing Adidas Team GB shades as she sits with her father Prince Philip to watch her daughter Zara compete at the 2012 London Olympics

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The Princess wore the same sunglasses for the Cheltenham Festival in 2015. She paired the sporty shades with a camel coat and feathered hat

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Princess Anne wearing the Team GB shades during the medal ceremony for the Eventing Team final at this year’s Olympics in Paris

Zara’s original shades

When Zara competed in the 2012 Olympics she was given a pair of Team GB-branded specs to wear with her kit.

The royal went on to win silver in the three-day equestrian event, riding 11-year-old High Kingdom.

She missed out on the 2004 Athens games and Beijing 2008 due to injuries but made up for her past absence when the competition came to England.

It was also the same competition that Princess Anne was first seen wearing the same shades, as well as other Olympic merchandise while she proudly watched her daughter.

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When Zara competed in the 2012 Olympics she was given a pair of Team GB-branded specs to wear with her kit

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The royal won a silver medal during the three-day equestrian event, pictured here during the Welcome Ceremony

Prince William’s sporty specs

For his recent game of polo, Prince William wore black wraparound sunglasses.

The keen sportsman was showcasing his skills at the Royal Charity Polo Cup in Windsor earlier this month.

The match was in memory of the late Rugby League legend and MND campaigner Rob Burrow, who William met in January this year.

The charity match raises money for good causes and the prince has played 13 times over the years, raising millions.

He has worn similar shades over the years, including at a polo match in 2017.

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Prince William sporting racing shades at a charity polo match in Windsor earlier this month

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William playing in another polo match in 2017, wearing different sporty sunglasses

Prince Harry’s athletic shades

In a similar style to his bother, Prince William, Harry sported a pair of black, quirky-cut sunglasses for a polo game in Cape Town in 2015.

However, perhaps they didn’t provide quite enough shade as Harry managed to fall from his polo pony.

The royal, who had scored a goal minutes earlier, appeared unhurt and quickly got to his feet. He walked off the field before returning to play soon after.

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Prince Harry sporting a pair of black, quirky-cut lenses for a polo game in Cape Town in 2015

Charles and Diana sporting shades

Princess Diana enjoyed multiple skiing holidays with William and Harry, and always made sure to dress for the occasion.

During a trip to Lech, Austria, in 1991, the Princess wore a pair of dark, rectangle shades to help shield her eyes from the bright white snow.

Prince William and Harry were also suitably kitted out, with Harry wearing sporty green and yellow framed glasses.

William also had a pair of shades, but his were a rounder design.

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Princess Diana, with her sons, wearing a pair of dark, rectangle shades to help shield her eyes from the bright white snow in Lech, Austria, in 1991. Harry wore a pair of sporty shades, while William’s glasses were more rounded

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Prince Charles, with William and Harry, wearing a pair of red, yellow, white and blue frames during a ski trip in Switzerland in 1996

Charles was also known to enjoy a ski trip with his sons, and was always suitably kitted out.

The then Prince of Wales wore a wide lens pair of sporty shades when skiing with William and Harry in Switzerland in 1996.

The royal had red, yellow, white and blue frames, which contrasted with his grey salopettes.

Harry and William went for a more simple look, both in black lenses.

Prince Albert of Monaco

At a sporting event in 2017, Prince Albert of Monaco chose sporty sunglasses with red frames.

They matched his red, white and black kit he wore to participate in the Riviera Water Bike Challenge.

His wife Princess Charlene wore mirrored sunglasses by Dior for the occasion and watched on as her husband hopped aboard a water bike.

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Princess Charlene wearing Dior sunglasses and Prince Albert of Monaco donning a sporty pair of shades in 2017

Princess Charlene’s sunglasses

As well as being known for her elegant fashion sense, Princess Charlene of Monaco has regularly reached for a pair of sporty sunglasses.

In 2020 the royal wore a pair of Scicon sunglasses to the Water Bike Challenge in Monaco.

The wide-framed black lenses definitely helped to provide plenty of shade.

She paired them with a red sports top to complete the athletic look.

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Princess Charlene wearing a pair of large black Scicon sunglasses to a Water Bike Challenge in Monaco

Prince Jacques of Monaco’s shades

Taking after his parents, Prince Jacques has also jumped on the sporty shade trend.

In 2020, Jacques wore a pair of Oakley Youth sunglasses as he accompanied his mother to the Water Bike Challenge.

The white frame paired with a red polarised lens created a fashionable look for the young royal.

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Prince Jacques sporting a pair of trendy Oakley Youth sunglasses in 2020