Prince Harry had a significant opportunity to mend a bitter rift with his older brother, Prince William, according to experts.
The 39-year-old prince hastily flew from Los Angeles to London to be with his father, King Charles, after news of the King’s cancer diagnosis broke earlier this month.
Upon learning about his father’s health crisis in a private phone call, Harry immediately embarked on an all-night flight to the UK.
Despite the urgency, his visit with King Charles was brief, lasting only 45 minutes before he returned to his wife, Meghan Markle, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
During his short stay in London, Harry missed a chance to meet with his brother, Prince William, who was reportedly disappointed by the lack of effort from Harry to reconcile their strained relationship.
Royal expert Michael Cole expressed doubts about the possibility of the brothers patching things up anytime soon, given the deep-rooted feud between them.
Adding fuel to the fire, Harry’s recent interview with ABC News failed to address his sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, who was recovering from major surgery in January.
Critics pointed out Harry’s missed opportunity to extend words of comfort and support to Kate during her challenging time, which could have helped in rebuilding family ties.
In the interview, Harry shared his gratitude for being able to visit his father promptly upon hearing about the diagnosis, emphasizing his love for his family.
Despite his intentions to reconnect with his estranged relatives, Harry’s commitments, such as attending the NFL Awards in Las Vegas, prevented him from spending more time with King Charles and potentially traveling to Sandringham with him.
Michael Cole highlighted that Harry was restricted from openly discussing his father’s health on the US news channel, limiting his ability to share more about the situation.
The expert also dismissed the possibility of Harry accompanying King Charles to Sandringham due to logistical constraints, further complicating the already strained family dynamics.
The missed opportunity for Prince Harry to reconcile with Prince William and offer support to Kate Middleton has stirred controversy within the royal family.
As tensions continue to simmer between the siblings, the chances of a swift reconciliation appear dim, leaving the future of their relationship uncertain.
Despite the challenges and missed opportunities, Prince Harry remains committed to spending time with his family and bridging the gaps that have widened over time.
As the drama unfolds within the royal circle, the world watches with bated breath, wondering if the fractured relationships can ever be repaired and harmony restored among the British royals.