As the King’s coronation date approaches, royal family activities are under intense scrutiny. The latest news revolves around Prince Harry’s upcoming visit and Meghan Markle’s response to allegations regarding her absence from the event.
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, smiling during a visit.
Amidst the flurry of preparations, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, was seen visiting a childcare center. During her visit, she hinted to a British TV host about her attire for the coronation, playfully suggesting a “hint of blue.” The royal family also shared heartwarming birthday photos of Prince Louis, who recently turned five.
Adding to the celebratory mood, a photograph of the late Queen Elizabeth with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren at Balmoral Castle in Scotland was released on what would have been her 97th birthday. King Charles and Camilla, the Queen Consort, marked the occasion with a visit to the Queen’s cherished Scottish retreat, delighting locals with their presence.
While Prince Harry is expected to join his family for the coronation, his wife, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, will not be attending. This decision has ignited a new wave of speculation and headlines.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at an event.
Meghan recently addressed an article published in The Tabloid, which claimed that she had exchanged letters with King Charles following the couple’s explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey two years ago. The article alleged that Meghan was left dissatisfied with the King’s response to her concerns about unconscious bias within the royal family.
A spokesperson for the Sussexes refuted the claims, labeling the story “false and frankly ridiculous.” The spokesperson further stated that Meghan is “going about her life not thinking about correspondence from two years ago related to conversations from four years ago.” They urged the media to “stop the exhausting circus” surrounding the issue.
It’s important to note that while the Sussexes’ spokesperson denied the specific claims made in the article, they did not deny the existence of correspondence between Meghan and King Charles. The spokesperson emphasized that Meghan’s reason for not attending the coronation is to be with her children, as May 6th coincides with Prince Archie’s fourth birthday.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, in a photograph.
Royal commentator Daisy McAndrew weighed in on the situation, highlighting the significance of the alleged letter exchange. The Oprah interview, in which allegations of racism within the royal family were made, had a considerable impact on the monarchy’s global standing. McAndrew suggested that it was plausible for King Charles to have expressed his sadness and for Meghan to have responded by clarifying her stance on unconscious bias.
Regarding Prince Harry’s attendance, McAndrew expressed hope that it might signal a thaw in his relationship with his father. However, she acknowledged that Harry’s visit is expected to be brief, with a swift return to California following the coronation. The seating arrangement for the ceremony has also been a topic of discussion, though McAndrew dismissed rumors of Harry being seated ten rows behind the rest of the family as “mischief-making.”
The coronation, undoubtedly the most significant day in King Charles’s life, will be a closely watched event. Whether it serves as an opportunity for reconciliation within the royal family remains to be seen.
