King Charles plans a visit to Prince Harry as his health improves, says royal expert
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King Charles is reportedly in discussions to visit Prince Harry in America, though Prince William and Queen Camilla have expressed caution about the idea. According to royal expert Tom Quinn, Charles is eager to be a supportive grandfather to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, which would require traveling to Montecito to visit Harry’s children.
New Idea suggests there may be a gap in the King’s schedule next month that could accommodate this potential visit. The publication also reports that Harry is hesitant to bring the children to the United Kingdom. Tom Quinn has previously stated that Meghan Markle is unlikely to return to British soil and now indicates that discussions are underway for the King to undertake a private visit to the USA.
“This feud has gone on for far too long, and Charles is anxious to sort it out – but he knows it has to be on Harry and Meghan’s home turf, particularly if he wants to see his grandchildren.” The publication says Harry would be “open” to welcoming his father to Montecito. However, Queen Camilla and William are said to be more hesitant about the visit.
Camilla is understood to be concerned about the King’s health, with his visit to New Zealand having been scaled back. Meanwhile, William “can’t understand” his father’s desire to see Harry. The New Idea source added: “William can’t understand why Charles would go out on a limb like this. Camilla is against the trip for health reasons.
“The Australia tour in October is going to be a lot for a man of his age with cancer, let alone an emotional transatlantic journey to visit his estranged son,” Quinn noted. This emphasizes the physical and emotional challenges King Charles might face in planning such a trip.
The potential visit comes amid ongoing tension and separation within the royal family. The strained relationship between King Charles and Prince Harry has been a subject of public interest since Harry and Meghan’s departure from royal duties and relocation to the United States. A visit could represent a step towards mending family bonds, although it also carries significant emotional weight.
King Charles’s desire to connect with his grandchildren underscores the importance of family ties, even amidst personal and public challenges. The discussions and potential visit highlight the complexities of balancing royal duties with personal relationships, particularly in a family under constant public scrutiny.
As these plans unfold, the royal family and the public alike will be watching closely. The outcome of this potential visit could have lasting implications for the relationships within the royal family and their public perception.
