Meghan Markle is "highly unlikely" to be seen at a royal event ever again after deciding to skip King Charles' Coronation, a royal expert has claimed.
After weeks of speculation, yesterday Buckingham Palace said it was pleased to announce that Harry will be there on May 6 for the historic event, but Meghan will stay in California with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
It is said that Archie's fourth birthday - which falls on the same day - has been a factor in Meghan's decision to remain at home with her children. It is expected that Harry will make only a whistle stop trip to the UK.
Since they both sensationally quit their royal roles in early 2020, Meghan has only returned to the UK three times. The latest was last year when she and Harry were in the country for charity appearances when the late Queen died. Both subsequently attended her funeral.
But according to royal expert and author Robert Jobson, it is now hard to imagine when Meghan might come back to the UK for a royal event in the future.
Speaking to The Sun, he said: "It is good news that Harry has accepted the invite and will be there to support his father.
"It is the most pragmatic move in a difficult situation and Harry has got it right. He would deeply regret it if he didn't attend the biggest day of his father's life.
"But the fact his wife is not attending means it is now highly unlikely we will ever see her attend an official or Palace event again — apart from maybe the King's funeral."
His comments come after friends of the Sussexes told The Telegraph Meghan considers her future to be in the US. It was also reported that her appearance at the Coronation risked "overshadowing the event".
The report also adds that Harry and Meghan were understood to be "concerned" about their reception by the British public.
The Coronation will be Harry's first appearance in a public setting with King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William and Kate since he lambasted them in Spare, which was published in January.
One royal source with knowledge of the Coronation plans said King Charles was "likely to be delighted " that his younger son Harry would attend.
The insider said: "The King has previously spoken of loving both his sons and that remains the case.
"Harry would have deeply regretted not attending the ceremony.
"Archie's birthday has provided the perfect excuse for Meghan to stay behind and, with all things considered, it’s probably the right thing to do."
Meanwhile, a source told The Sun : "It is sad, he [the King] is very disappointed that he won't see Meghan or his grandchildren but understands the situation."
