The Duke of Sussex, residing in the United States with his wife, the Duchess of Sussex, and their two children, has been grappling with a series of controversies and negative publicity, with recent events dealing him a significant blow.
Despite stepping back from his senior royal duties in 2020, the Duke continues to face criticism and scrutiny from his own family, leading many to believe that he is reaching a breaking point.
Royal analyst Emily Andrews, in an article for Woman magazine, highlighted the continuous string of humiliations suffered by the Duke of Sussex in recent times.
One such incident occurred during his public visit to the United Kingdom last month, where he was notably unable to meet with his father, the king, during the Invictus Games’ 10th-anniversary celebrations.
The cancellation of the meeting was attributed to the monarch’s busy schedule, exacerbated by his recent cancer diagnosis.
Speculation arose regarding the influence of the Duke’s demands on the king’s decision, with royal journalist Charlotte Griffiths suggesting that negotiations behind the scenes played a crucial role.
Griffiths, speaking to GB News, hinted at the Prince of Wales possibly having a hand in the matter, leading to the difficulty in reaching an agreement between the father and son.
In response to the missed opportunity to meet his father, a spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex expressed understanding towards the king’s commitments and expressed hopes for a future reunion.
However, tensions further escalated on June 15 when the Sussexes were notably absent from the king’s formal birthday celebrations and Trooping the Colour event.
People magazine reported that the couple did not receive an invitation to the prestigious occasion, marking a significant snub.
Although the Sussexes had participated in Trooping the Colour in 2022, their absence from this year’s procession and balcony appearance raised eyebrows.
Despite their nonattendance, the couple reportedly sent their well wishes to Catherine, who was making a notable return following her battle with cancer.
The situation took another turn when the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were allegedly excluded from the Duke of Westminster’s wedding, a highly anticipated social affair.
Royal expert Emily Andrews commented on the implications of the Duke of Sussex’s absence from such events, suggesting that it underscored his feelings of being marginalized by the British elite.
The strained relationship between the Duke of Sussex and his brother, the Prince of Wales, is believed to have contributed to their decision to skip the wedding.
The ongoing tensions within the royal family continue to fuel speculation and intrigue among observers.