The ongoing strained relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry shows no signs of improvement. Recent reports suggested that Harry expressed interest in fulfilling some duties in the UK, but a source close to William dismissed this notion, referring to Harry as 'very thick' in a recent interview.
The source emphasized that Queen Elizabeth had been clear in her stance that Harry could not have a part-time royal role and that nothing had changed in that regard. The source further stated that those advocating for Harry's involvement were either oblivious to the message that he is not welcome or were intentionally ignoring it.
Speculation arose from a report in the Mirror newspaper, indicating that Harry might consider a temporary role within the royal family if requested by his father, King Charles III. However, this potential offer reportedly came with the condition of an apology from William.
The brothers, who have been distant for some time, briefly reunited at the funeral of their uncle Lord Robert Fellowes in Norfolk. Despite their presence at the event, they maintained a distance and did not engage in any conversation.
Harry had previously disclosed the strained dynamics within the royal family during his interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, where he and Meghan Markle made controversial statements that fueled existing rifts. In his subsequent memoir, 'Spare,' Harry delved deeper into his fractured relationship with William, alleging jealousy and physical altercations over Markle.
Reports suggest that William does not want Harry to attend his coronation ceremony, citing him as 'disloyal.' The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back from their royal duties in 2020 and now reside in California with their children, Archie and Lilibet.
