Prince Harry Says “Focus Has to Be” on Dad King Charles After Reunion

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Prince Harry is prioritizing reconciliation. 

Following a meeting with King Charles III – their first in nearly two years – Prince Harry expressed his desire to continue improving his relationship with his father, despite ongoing tensions between them.

Harry recently told The Guardian in an interview, published on September 14th, that his main priority for the coming year will be focusing on his father.

Prince Harry is optimistic that his recent private meeting with his father, King Charles, at Clarence House has moved them closer to resolving their differences. He stated that the visit, where they had tea, “definitely brought that closer.”

Harry also confirmed the meeting went well while visiting his father’s home in the U.K. on September 10th. He briefly told reporters, according to Sky News, “Yes, he’s great, thank you.”

Prince Harry, who left his role as a senior royal in 2020 with his wife, Meghan Markle, and moved to the United States, has often said he wants to repair his relationship with his father, particularly now that King Charles is battling cancer.

Harry hasn’t resolved his issues with the royal family partly because his and Meghan’s security was removed in the U.K., making it difficult for them to travel back home for visits.

He told the BBC in May that he’s been having disagreements with some family members for five years, and the main issue is a dispute over human life and safety.

It’s not just about security concerns keeping me following Harry’s story; he’s also said his book, *Spare*, which came out in 2023, has really complicated things with his family. It seems like sharing his story so openly has created some lasting difficulties in their relationship, and it’s heartbreaking to watch as a dedicated follower.

Harry admitted that some of his family members may never forgive him for writing a book, and confessed they likely hold grudges about other things as well.

Despite the attention it’s received, Prince Harry-son of King Charles and the late Princess Diana, and brother to Prince William-doesn’t regret sharing his life story in his memoir.

Harry, who shares 6-year-old Archie and 4-year-old Lilibet with Meghan, told The Guardian he delivered a tough message in the most thoughtful way he could, and that he feels good about how he handled it.

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After a 19-month absence, Prince Harry was spotted arriving at Clarence House-the King’s home in London-apparently to visit his father before attending another event in the city.

Harry arrived at the house around 5:20 p.m. on September 10th, but Charles had come back just a few hours earlier.

Princess Anne’s son and his girlfriend, Harriet Sperling, announced their engagement on August 1st. They had been dating for over a year. He shares a father, Mark Phillips, with his ex-wife.

The couple’s spokesperson told Hello! magazine that both families were told together about the engagement and were very happy about it.

Just a day before turning 78, the royal was made an honorary Vice Admiral by the Royal Navy.

Camilla is the first woman to receive this honorary title. It’s awarded only by the monarch – in this case, her husband, King Charles III – based on a recommendation from the First Sea Lord, currently Sir Gwyn Jenkins.

Just hours before she was scheduled to attend, Princess Catherine canceled her appearance at Royal Ascot, according to Kensington Palace.

The palace stated that Kate was sad to miss the event, but is still working out how to best manage her public appearances as she recovers from cancer.

Prince Harry’s lawsuit seeking extra security ended on May 2nd when the courts rejected his claim. This followed a decision over a year prior, where the High Court, through the Royal and VIP Executive Committee, had already denied his request for increased protection.

After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stopped being full-time working royals in 2021 and moved to the U.S., their security protection was reduced. However, Harry continued to request security arrangements whenever he traveled to the U.K. in the following years.

Prince Harry told the BBC on May 2nd that he was deeply upset by the outcome of his recent legal fight. He added that, as things stand, he doesn’t foresee returning to the UK with his wife and children.

In a BBC interview on May 2nd, Prince Harry said his father, King Charles III, isn’t currently speaking to him due to disagreements over security arrangements. He expressed hope that they could repair their relationship.

Prince Harry expressed a desire to rebuild his relationship with his father and brother, but indicated it depends on them being willing to reconcile. He shares two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, with his wife, Meghan.

He doesn’t foresee returning to the U.K. with his family anytime soon. He expressed sadness at the thought of his children never getting to know his home country.

Harry explained that his father has significant influence and could potentially solve the situation. He suggested this wouldn’t require direct involvement, but rather allowing professionals to handle things without interference.

After years of fighting, he’s now seeking peace and a way to make amends. He explained, “Life is short, and my father doesn’t have much time left.”

More than a year after revealing his cancer diagnosis, King Charles wrote on April 29th that going through treatment has highlighted the kindness and strength he’s seen in people.

In a booklet offering support to cancer patients and their families, Charles wrote that receiving a diagnosis is understandably difficult and scary. However, drawing from his own experience, he shared that it can also reveal incredible kindness and strength in others.

He expressed his gratitude to the healthcare workers who cared for him, and shared that the experience deepened his respect for the incredible work done by the organizations and people present, many of whom he’s known and supported for a long time.

I was surprised to learn that Prince William, Kate, and their three children – George, Charlotte, and Louis – weren’t at the Easter service at Windsor Castle this year. It’s a big family event, so their absence was definitely noticed!

King Charles III and Queen Camilla joined other royals in celebrations, but Prince William and Kate chose to spend the weekend at their country home in Norfolk with their children, according to several news sources.

This was the second Easter the couple missed. It happened just a week after Princess Catherine shared her cancer diagnosis.

On April 15th, Jason Knauf was appointed the new CEO of Prince William’s environmental initiative, The Earthshot Prize. In a statement on the organization’s website, Knauf expressed his excitement about collaborating with the team and community to promote hopeful solutions for the planet.

He received a promotion almost seven years after he reported concerns about Meghan Markle’s behavior, claiming she bullied two personal assistants and tried to discredit another staff member. Representatives for the Sussexes rejected these claims, telling *The Times* that the story was a deliberately damaging attempt to spread false information.

Buckingham Palace looked into the claims, but the investigation concluded in 2022 with no public report of its findings.

William and Kate’s eldest son George attended a soccer match in Paris alongside his dad April 7. 

A father and son happily watched the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa at Parc des Princes stadium.

Graham Craker, a former bodyguard to Prince Harry and Prince William, passed away in April at the age of 77.

Craker was with Princes William and Harry when they found out their mother, Princess Diana, had passed away, and he was present at her funeral.

In 2017, Craker told The New York Post that he saw Prince William acknowledge him while the Queen Mother’s hearse passed. Craker had been standing at the back of the hearse and nodded to the Prince, who seemed reassured that Craker was with his mother during her final journey.

Hugh and Olivia Grosvenor, expecting their first child, shared the news on March 12th. Hugh is also King Charles III’s godson.

A spokesperson announced to The Telegraph that the duchess is pregnant and expecting a baby this summer. The couple expressed their joy and excitement about starting a family.

Prince Frederik, the son of Prince Robert and Princess Julie, passed away on March 1st at the age of 22 after a struggle with a rare genetic condition called PolG mitochondrial disease.

Robert shared in a statement that his brother, Frederik, is a superhero to their family, countless friends, and now, thanks to his PolG Foundation, to people around the globe. Robert believes Frederik’s strength lies in his ability to inspire others and lead through his own actions.

 

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, reached a legal settlement with News Group Newspapers – the company behind both *The Sun* and the now-closed *News of the World* – on January 22nd. He had sued them in 2019, claiming their journalists and investigators illegally obtained information about the royal family.

According to NBC News, the settlement involved the company paying a significant amount in damages and offering a complete and sincere apology to Prince Harry. They also publicly admitted to the widespread and deeply invasive coverage of both his life and the life of his mother, Princess Diana.

On January 14th, The Princess of Wales shared the wonderful news that her cancer treatment has been successful and she is now in remission.

She shared on X (formerly Twitter) on January 14th that she’s grateful to be in remission and is continuing to focus on getting better. She also noted that, like anyone facing a cancer diagnosis, it’s taking time to adapt to life afterward.

Honestly, I’m feeling really optimistic about the year ahead. There’s just so much to be excited about, and I’m ready to embrace it all. I truly believe it’s going to be a wonderful time!

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is grieving the loss of her rescue beagle, whom she adopted back in 2015, before she met Prince Harry.

On January 7th, she shared a heartfelt message on Instagram about crying so much she’d lost count. She described how she’d often stand in the shower, hoping the water would wash away her sadness or make her feel better, but acknowledging that the pain remained – and that it was okay to feel it.

Meghan fondly remembered her beloved Guy, saying, “Thank you for always loving me so completely. You brought so much joy to my life.”

 

Edward Pettifer, the stepson of Tiggy Legge-Bourke – who used to be a nanny for Princes William and Harry – was killed in a terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day.

Prince William and Catherine were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Ed Pettifer. In a message shared on Kate Middleton’s Instagram on January 4th, Prince William stated their thoughts are with the Pettifer family and everyone affected by this terrible tragedy.

Okay, you guys, can you *believe* it?! Meghan Markle, yes, *the* Meghan Markle, finally joined Instagram on her own! After years of being off social media – she deleted everything before marrying Harry, remember?! – she created a brand new account on January 1st. I literally screamed when I saw it. It’s like she’s finally letting us back into her world, and I’m so ready for it!

The next day, she revealed a new Netflix series called *With Love, Meghan*. A press release described it as a fresh take on lifestyle shows, combining helpful tips and honest chats with both familiar and new friends.

In June 2025, Prince William and Kate Middleton made a special appearance at Wimbledon with their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.

The family shared on Instagram how happy they were to be back at Wimbledon for the championship finals this weekend. They congratulated Iga Świątek and Jannik Sinner on their victories and thanked everyone who helped make the tournament such a success.

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