Prince Harry made headlines once again as he turned down an invitation to the highly anticipated wedding of Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster, to Olivia Henson.
The 33-year-old billionaire tied the knot with his beloved on Friday, June 7, in a grand ceremony held at Chester Cathedral, attended by nearly 400 distinguished guests.
This extravagant affair was dubbed the Society Wedding of the Year, graced by the presence of Prince William.
While the Duke of Westminster shares a close friendship with both the Prince of Wales and Prince Harry, only Prince William honored the invitation, playing a role as an usher during the event.
Notably, Princess Eugenie, the cousin of the Prince of Wales, also attended the ceremony.
However, Prince Harry opted to stay away, reportedly concerned that his strained relationship with Prince William might overshadow the joyous occasion for his friend.
Sources revealed that despite receiving an invite, Prince Harry chose not to attend the wedding out of respect for his ongoing rift with Prince William.
The decision was made even more challenging by the recent eviction of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from Frogmore Cottage.
Nevertheless, Prince Harry conveyed his best wishes and support to the newlyweds on their special day.
Hugh Grosvenor, Britain’s youngest billionaire, maintains a close bond with both princes and is one of the few individuals who have stayed connected with them throughout their turbulent times.
According to insiders, Grosvenor extended invitations to both brothers, acknowledging the delicate situation between Prince Harry and Prince William.
Prince Harry gracefully declined the invite, emphasizing that there were no hard feelings involved.
In an intriguing twist, it was revealed that the Duke of Westminster holds significant roles within the royal family, being the godson of King Charles and the godfather to Prince George, the eldest son of Prince William and Kate Middleton, as well as Prince Archie, the son of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Sources hinted that Prince Harry’s attendance at the wedding could have led to uncomfortable interactions due to his strained relationship with Prince William.
Amidst the wedding drama, royal commentator Angela Levin shed light on a past incident involving Prince Harry’s fears of losing Meghan Markle.
Levin disclosed that Prince Harry had once penned a passionate letter defending Meghan against media scrutiny, which was recently removed from the royal family’s website.
The commentator highlighted Prince Harry’s concerns about Meghan leaving him, emphasizing his deep affection for her since their initial encounter.
The royal couple, Meghan and Harry, exchanged vows at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle on May 19, 2018, marking a significant moment in their love story.
On this memorable day, Meghan was officially bestowed with her royal title, becoming the Duchess of Sussex.
Despite the challenges and controversies they faced, the bond between Prince Harry and Meghan remains unshaken, reflecting a tale of enduring love amidst royal complexities.