Prince Harry, alongside his wife Meghan Markle, was visibly emotional following the burial of Queen Elizabeth II in Windsor on Monday.
Despite stepping back from his royal duties, the Duke of Sussex stood by his family during the Queen’s State Ceremonies, showing a mix of sorrow and relief as he participated in the solemn event.
During the procession, Prince Harry, dressed in formal funeral attire and medals, walked behind his father, King Charles III, alongside his brother, Prince William, who wore his RAF No.
1 uniform.
The somber march was also joined by their cousin Peter Phillips, the eldest grandson of the Queen, as they escorted the Queen’s coffin from Westminster Hall to the monastery.
As the funeral cortege made its way through Parliament Square, Prince Charles saluted the coffin as it was lifted from the gun carriage, while Prince Harry bowed his head in respect.
Following the National Anthem performance, the brothers, accompanied by their spouses in separate cars, proceeded to St George’s Chapel for the final farewell to the Queen.
In the wake of the royal family’s public appearances, there has been growing interest in Prince William and Kate’s potential visit to the United States later this year.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been urged to address American sentiments towards the monarchy, especially considering the popularity of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle across the pond.
Royal biographer Angela Levin, in her upcoming book “Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall: From Outcast to Queen Consort,” emphasizes the importance of the royal family’s presence in the US to counterbalance the Sussexes’ influence.
The need to tackle the “American problem” has been underscored, with suggestions for the Cambridges to showcase their star power in the US.
Since relocating to the United States in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan have established themselves in Montecito, Santa Barbara, rubbing shoulders with celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, Orlando Bloom, and Katy Perry.
Their organization, Archewell, encompasses a non-profit foundation, as well as ventures in audio and video production, bolstered by partnerships with Netflix and Spotify.
While the Duke has taken on a role at Bederup, a mental fitness company, the Duchess launched her podcast series “Archetypes,” delving into topics that empower women.
The podcast has garnered widespread acclaim, topping charts in various countries.
However, their activities were momentarily paused following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, underscoring the impact of the royal family’s engagements on their personal endeavors.
The Sussexes’ philanthropic efforts, public engagements, and media ventures have solidified their reputation in the US, culminating in their anticipated attendance at the Earthshot Prize award ceremony in Boston.
With Prince William and Kate likely joining the event, the royal couple’s transatlantic engagements continue to captivate audiences on both sides of the Atlantic.