The festive season is typically a time of goodwill and joy, but for King Charles, it seems to be filled with anxiety.
The monarch is reportedly growing increasingly nervous about his son and daughter-in-law, Prince Harry and Meghan, and their potential actions.
According to an insider, this concern stems from the couple’s strained relationship with the rest of the royal family, leading to speculation that they may leak private conversations.
Vanity Fair reports that King Charles fears the possibility of his discussions with Harry and Meghan being made public, which would undoubtedly complicate matters.
As a result, he is hesitant to engage in conversations with the Sussexes.
The insider also reveals that due to the prevailing hostility, especially from Prince William and Kate, there is no chance of Harry, Meghan, and their two children, Archie and Lilibet, being invited to spend Christmas with the rest of the family.
While King Charles would love to spend time with his grandchildren, who are based in the United States, the delicate situation within the royal family makes it challenging.
The tension between the California-based couple and certain members of the family has created a rift, making any interaction fraught with unease.
In other Christmas-related news, the royal family has a tradition of exchanging humorous gifts during the holiday season.
Grant Harold, a former employee of King Charles, shed light on the eccentric presents the monarch used to give to his staff.
Harold, who worked as a butler for seven years, revealed that King Charles had a penchant for leaving peculiar gifts in the lockers of his employees.
Moving on to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, their festive greeting appears to be an attempt to project a glamorous Hollywood image.
An expert suggests that their Christmas card aims to position them in a glitzy setting, showcasing their happiness and success.
Meanwhile, King Charles has extended invitations to the extended royal family to join him at the Sandringham estate for Christmas, continuing a tradition upheld by the late queen.
However, this year’s festivities are expected to be bittersweet, as the family gathers while carrying a sense of sadness.
King Charles and Queen Camilla, along with their extended family, will reunite in Norfolk later this week to celebrate the holiday season.
Despite the challenges and tensions within the royal family, they will come together, embracing the spirit of Christmas.