In a surprising turn of events, Prince Harry faced loud boos from the UK crowds as he attended his father’s coronation today.
The battle lines within his family had already been drawn, making his presence even more contentious.
This comes after Princess Anne, one of Britain’s most popular and hardworking royals, made a rare swipe at Harry and his wife in an interview with Canadian broadcaster CBS.
As the ceremony unfolded, royal family members seemed to ignore Prince Harry, further highlighting the strained relationship.
The streets filled with spectators watching the coronation joined in the disapproval, with some even hurling derogatory remarks and urging him to return to California.
It was evident that Prince Harry was being treated as inconsequential, with his presence merely tolerated.
One could argue that he should wear a sandwich board proclaiming, “I’m not Harry,” just for his own safety and security.
Facing the very real possibility of being booed by the UK public and experiencing an icy reunion with his relatives, Prince Harry must have carefully considered his decision to attend.
When he finally confirmed his attendance, he knew that his family’s support was minimal at best.
Tom Inskip, one of Harry’s old friends, revealed that the prince was believed to be hiding in a London hotel the night before the coronation, as his British friends distanced themselves from him.
Prince Harry’s life has undergone significant changes since his relationship with Meghan Markle began, and this has even affected his friendships.
Once part of a close-knit group of pals with his brother Prince William, it has been reported that Harry now only has six acquaintances in Britain, none of whom are particularly close.
His small circle seems unwilling to challenge him when he makes questionable decisions, perhaps learning from the cautionary tale of Tom Inskip.
Known affectionately as Skippy, Tom was a classmate of Harry’s at Eton and his father, Owen Inskip, is friends with Prince Charles.
However, Tom found himself being excluded by Harry after making an insulting comment about his relationship with Meghan.
While Prince Harry’s attendance at the coronation received attention, the focus remained on the historic event itself.
The cheers of “God Save the King” echoed through the streets of England as King Charles assumed the throne.
Just a day before the coronation, the King and the Prince and Princess of Wales delighted royal fans by making a surprise appearance at the mall to greet well-wishers.
The road leading to Buckingham Palace was cleared, and enthusiastic supporters lined the route, hoping for a glimpse of the new monarch amidst the heightened security and media presence.
As senior figures of the monarchy arrived to shake hands with well-wishers, people cheered and shouted “God Save the King.”
One woman even remarked to Charles that he looked much younger in person, prompting a playful grimace from the newly crowned king.
Royal superfans who had been camping along the route all week were overwhelmed by this visit, considering it the happiest moment of their lives.
Despite Prince Harry’s overshadowed presence, the focus remained on the grandeur and significance of King Charles’ ascension to the throne.