Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s hopes of reuniting with King Charles and other members of the royal family have been dashed yet again.
The US-based couple failed to convince senior royals after the release of Omid Scobie’s bombshell book, “Endgame,” which unveiled shocking details about the private correspondence between the Sussexes and the royal family.
Speculations were rife that the Harkles would spend Christmas with their extended family in Britain, but those plans have now been shattered.
The timing of Scobie’s book could not have been worse for Harry and Meghan, who are now being labeled as the biggest losers in this situation.
Just as the ice was beginning to thaw between the Sussexes and the royal family, thanks to a phone call from the US-based family to the monarch on his 75th birthday in November, the revelations from the book have caused a rift once again.
King Charles, Prince William, and other royals find it difficult to trust the couple after their direct and indirect attacks on the firm and its members.
Royal experts have advised Harry and Meghan to change their narrative, as they seem to only make headlines with their claims about the royal family.
However, some still believe that Meghan is reluctant to have Harry return to the UK, despite the Duke expressing his loneliness and longing for British traditions and celebrations.
Meanwhile, King Charles III took the opportunity to teach his younger son, Prince Harry, a lesson through his Christmas Day message.
Airing on BBC One, the 75-year-old monarch praised the beloved royals and highlighted the charity work done by Prince William, Princess Kate, and their three children in 2023.
The absence of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from the King’s Christmas speech reflects the tumultuous year the US-based couple has had.
Although Charles could extend an invitation to the Harkles, along with the Markles and Raglands, it is unlikely that we will see heartwarming photos like the one where Louis extends his arms to his grandfather, who lovingly kisses him.
The Wales children receive this affectionate display from Charles, but the Harkles have yet to witness such gestures in front of the cameras.
For the sake of Charles’s peace of mind, it appears that the Raglands, Markles, and Harkles will be left out.
Choosing Christmas gifts in the royal family can be challenging when they have the world at their fingertips.
Instead of opting for the next big thing, family members indulge in the tradition of exchanging trick gifts.
In previous years, Prince Harry was known as the joker of the family, but with his absence this Christmas, someone else will have to step up to bring laughter to the festivities.
Commentator Duncan Larcombe shared that it has always been a long-standing tradition for the family to exchange joke gifts, resulting in much laughter at Sandringham.
He believes that Charles, with his strong sense of humor, has taken on this role.
It may seem unusual to imagine the king laughing and selecting silly presents, but it is a way for the royals to break away from their serious demeanor.
Charles himself once stated that having a sense of humor keeps him sane, and these lighthearted exchanges help create a more relaxed atmosphere amidst the formality.
And let’s not forget about Princess Anne, who is often seen as the mischievous aunt, leaving everyone curious about her next unpredictable move.