Influencer Editorial Team
Prince Harry’s recent visit to the UK for Invictus Games commitments was marked by missed opportunities for family reunions, with reports suggesting that he declined an offer to stay at a royal residence extended by King Charles.
Despite being in the same city, Prince Harry was unable to meet with his estranged family members, as King Charles and Prince William had busy schedules. Initial reports indicated that the King refused to meet his youngest son due to media frenzy, a claim disputed by palace insiders who maintained that the King was willing to meet Harry but couldn’t due to his packed agenda.
Amidst these developments, reports emerged that King Charles offered Prince Harry accommodation at a royal residence during his visit. However, Prince Harry opted for a hotel stay instead, declining the royal offer.
The 39-year-old prince celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games amidst a supportive crowd at St. Paul’s Cathedral, where chants of “We love you Harry” echoed. Despite the absence of any royal family members at the event, reports suggest that King Charles had agreed to let his son stay at a royal residence, an offer that Prince Harry declined in favor of a hotel stay.
Insiders close to the monarchy revealed that a private meeting between the King and Prince Harry could have been arranged with minimal media attention if Harry had accepted the palace accommodation. However, sources close to the duke emphasized that Harry understood the King’s busy schedule and had made efforts to meet his father even before his trip to the UK.
Contrary to claims of a snub, a close friend of King Charles clarified that the King indeed wanted to meet with Harry during his UK trip. Refuting allegations of favoritism towards Prince William, the source explained that while the King is cautious about media attention, he did agree to see his son during a vulnerable moment of illness back in February, despite short notice.
Royal expert Robert Jobson highlighted the significance of Prince Harry’s visit to see his father during his illness, noting that although the King may have been apprehensive about media attention, Harry’s gesture was seen positively.
