Prince Harry has responded to claims that he rejected an invitation to King Charles' 75th birthday celebration, calling the reports disappointing. In a statement, a spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex denied receiving any invitation to the upcoming event. The source of the original claims stated that the Palace never reached out to Harry regarding the birthday invitation. Despite the dispute, King Charles is said to be planning an intimate gathering with close family and friends for his milestone birthday on November 14.
Harry's Absence Tied to Family Feud
According to royal expert Angela Levin, Prince Harry's ongoing absence from royal events is linked to a family feud. She suggests that Harry is waiting for his father and brother to apologize to Meghan, though the reason for the apology remains unknown. Levin believes that Harry's presence at the birthday celebration would only lead to conflict and finger-pointing. While King Charles may be disappointed by the missed opportunity to see his grandchildren, Harry seems determined to distance himself from the family and potentially harm the monarchy.
Strained Relations and Previous Snubs
Relations between Prince Harry, King Charles III, and Prince William have been strained since the fallout from Harry's book and Netflix documentary. Earlier this year, Harry declined an offer to spend the anniversary of the Queen's death at Balmoral with his father and stepmother, Queen Camilla. He also made a brief appearance at the King's coronation before rushing back to be with Meghan. The tension between the family members was further highlighted when King Charles failed to mention Harry and Meghan during a speech in Kenya.
It's clear that the dynamics within the royal family are currently strained, with both sides feeling hurt and destroyed. Prince Harry's absence from his father's birthday celebration only adds to the ongoing family drama.
