The once-close bond between Prince William and Prince Harry has seemingly frayed beyond repair. The brothers’ strained relationship has been making headlines for months, with many wondering if they will ever reconcile.
According to royal expert Omid Scobie, the tension between the brothers was palpable during Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. Scobie revealed that William was reluctant to walk alongside Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, but was persuaded by their father, King Charles.
The brief moment of unity was short-lived, as the brothers went their separate ways after the funeral. Harry has since returned to the UK several times, but the brothers have not met. In fact, Harry reportedly refused an invitation from King Charles to attend a family gathering because William would be there.
The rift between the brothers appears to be deepening, with William seemingly unwilling to apologize to Harry for the royal family’s perceived mistreatment of Meghan. Royal expert Hilary Fordwich believes that King Charles may be the only member of the royal family willing to extend an olive branch to Harry, but William is unlikely to follow suit.
“Prince William is the most unlikely royal to ever forgive Harry for all his despicable indiscretions,” Fordwich said. “He is now very much seen and accepted as the family enforcer, taking on the hard-line ruler role of his grandfather, Prince Philip.”
The brothers’ estrangement has sparked concerns about the future of the monarchy. With William’s coronation on the horizon, many are wondering if Harry will be invited. While some sources suggest that William may snub his brother, royal expert Christopher Andersen believes that William will ultimately include Harry in the ceremony.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the brothers’ relationship, one thing is clear: the rift between Prince William and Prince Harry is a source of sadness for the entire royal family. As royal expert Jennie Bond noted, “Family should always be paramount.”
