In a surprising twist, Prince Harry, also known as the Duke of Sussex, seems to be distancing himself further from his royal roots.
After moving to California in 2020 with his small family, Harry allegedly had little desire to attend royal events in the UK.
Esteemed historian Gareth Russell and royal biographer Matt Wilkinson shed light on this matter during an episode of True Royal TV’s The Royal Beat.
They revealed that Harry’s visit to the UK would be limited to legal court appearances rather than engagements with the royal family.
This revelation comes after Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, were noticeably absent from the wedding festivities of his close friend, Jack Mann, in Suffolk last weekend.
Their absence has fueled speculation about their intentions and their commitment to their former life in the UK.
Gareth Russell shared insights on the matter, stating that the Sussexes don’t seem to have much interest in returning unless it’s for legal matters rather than royal engagements.
Matt Wilkinson added that Harry’s absence from his best man’s wedding further emphasizes his decision to sever ties with his previous life in the UK.
In the year 2023 so far, Harry has only participated in one major royal event, which was the crowning of his father, King Charles, and stepmother, Queen Camilla, at Westminster Abbey on May 6th.
However, his time in the country was brief as he left immediately after the ceremony to return to Montecito and celebrate his son Archie’s fourth birthday.
The Sussexes have consistently made headlines over the years, from the release of Harry’s explosive memoir “Spare” in January to their eviction from Frogmore Cottage and their recent split from Spotify.
Nevertheless, according to the Mail Online, Prince Harry intends to step back from the spotlight while Meghan embarks on a new venture.
Meghan has signed a deal with celebrity manager Ari Emanuel at WME, focusing on lucrative commercial endorsements in sectors such as food, wellness, and fashion.
It seems that Harry, who prefers a quieter existence compared to his wife, will refrain from mingling in the same celebrity circles.
On July 4th, Prince Harry made a discreet visit to an Independence Day parade near their Montecito home.
He was accompanied by his two-year-old daughter, Lilibet, and was incognito in a baseball cap and sunglasses.
The Duke gently cradled Lilibet, who looked adorable in a charming blue summer dress, long white socks, red shoes, and pigtails.
Interestingly, while the Sussexes celebrated American Independence Day, King Charles received honors in Scotland during a service of thanksgiving in Edinburgh, marking his ascent to the Scottish monarchy.
Prince Harry’s limited appearances in the UK, primarily for legal matters, indicate a growing divide between him and the royal family.
As he continues to forge his own path alongside Meghan, the world watches with fascination and curiosity, eagerly anticipating the next chapter of the Duke’s extraordinary life.
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