…By Lola Smith for TDPel Media.
Analysis and Commentary:
The rift between Prince Harry and his brother Prince William, as well as their spouses Princess Kate and Prince William, continues to widen.
According to a friend of the Prince of Wales, Princess Kate and Prince William want Prince Harry to be as far away from the Royal Family as possible.
This desire for distance stems from the public criticisms Prince Harry made in his autobiography, Spare.
The strained relationship between the couples was evident during King Charles’s Coronation, as there was little to no interaction between them.
The Significance of William and Kate’s Influence
Analysis and Commentary:
The friend of Prince William emphasized that he and Princess Kate have become highly important members of the royal institution.
Their opinions and views on Prince Harry hold weight and are considered influential within the family.
The friend suggests that William and Kate believe it would be best if Prince Harry were to keep his distance from the Royal Family.
Potential Long-lasting Feud and Uncertain Invitations
Analysis and Commentary:
The friend of Prince William also expresses concern that the bitter feud between the two brothers may continue for years, possibly lasting even into the Prince of Wales’s future Coronation.
The friend hints that Prince Harry may not receive an invitation to William’s Coronation, indicating the severity of their strained relationship.
Long Road to Reconciliation
Analysis and Commentary:
According to Kate Mansey, Assistant Editor of the Mail on Sunday, the rift between Prince William and Prince Harry is not expected to be resolved in the near future.
Those who have known the Princes for years and have witnessed their ups and downs express hope that reconciliation will eventually occur.
However, they acknowledge that it will take years for the rift to heal.
Additionally, with the new responsibilities that King Charles will undertake, it is unlikely that the resolution of the conflict will be a short-term goal.
Limited Communication and Isolation
Analysis and Commentary: Reports suggest that Prince William and Princess Kate have had no communication with Prince Harry since Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in September 2022.
The only senior member of the Royal Family who is currently speaking to Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan is King Charles.
Prince Harry’s Memoir as a Catalyst
Analysis and Commentary: In January 2023, Prince Harry’s memoir, Spare, was published, in which he made several critical remarks about Prince William and Princess Kate.
This memoir appears to have intensified the rift between the brothers and further strained their relationships.
Analysis:
The escalating tensions between Prince Harry and his brother Prince William, as well as their spouses, Princess Kate and Prince William, highlight the deep divisions within the Royal Family.
The desire for distance and the lack of interaction during significant events demonstrate the severity of the rift.
While hopes for reconciliation remain, it is clear that resolving the feud will be a lengthy process, further complicated by the potential exclusion of Prince Harry from future family events.