In a bid to repair the damage caused by their strained relationship with the senior royals, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly planning to mend the wounds within the royal family.
This move is seen as crucial for the sake of their business ventures.
Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield discussed the claim that the Duke of Sussex intends to call his father, King Charles, on Christmas Day as part of a reconciliation strategy for the new year.
After months of intense scrutiny and criticism directed at the House of Windsor, it is believed that Harry and Meghan have been advised to patch things up with the royals in order to improve their public image and secure lucrative commercial deals.
Schofield expressed her opinion on GB News, stating that Meghan’s team appears uncertain about their next steps.
However, there seems to be a consensus that repairing the damage within the royal family is necessary.
Just 24 hours after this discussion, Page Six released a story claiming that Harry plans to call the king during the Christmas holidays in an effort to reconcile.
It is also reported that he intends to have conversations with Meghan and their children.
The timing of this news is seen as suspicious, especially considering the recent reports that brands are reluctant to work with the couple.
Reconciliation with the royal family is seen as the only way to clear the air and regain trust.
Earlier this month, a well-placed source revealed to US publication Page Six that Harry and Meghan’s new strategy revolves around reconciliation.
As the Duke approaches his 40th birthday, he is said to be aware of the importance of time and the need to mend relationships.
This follows a report by the Express, which claimed that crisis talks had taken place among parties connected to the Sussexes after a series of failed projects.
According to the report, there is a general feeling that the couple has been targeted unfairly.
Although discussions were held with high-profile brands, they did not result in any fruitful collaborations, while other members of the royal family were actively courted by those same brands.
While it is believed that Prince Harry has not spoken to his brother, Prince William, for over a year, he did make a call to his father in November to mark King Charles’ 75th birthday.
Meghan also reportedly spoke to the monarch, and a pre-recorded video of their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, singing Happy Birthday was sent as a special treat.
The Telegraph noted that the conversation between the breakaway royals and the sovereign was warm and marked a significant shift in the tone of their relationship.
As the holiday season approaches, all eyes will be on Prince Harry and his efforts to rebuild bridges with the royal family.