In the ‘wave of relief’ that swept over Buckingham Palace after news of Prince Harry’s arrival for the coronation was announced, sources close to the King say he is ‘saddened by the separation’ from the grandchildren Archie and Lilibet. On May 6, when ceremonies are held in the UK honoring Charles III’s ascension to the throne, the children will be in California with their mother Meghan Markle.
“The whole story with Harry is incredibly sad,” a friend of the King told The Daily Beast. “And (Karl) is also very saddened by the separation from the children. But at least Harry’s presence at the coronation is a ray of light. The door wasn’t completely closed.” However, according to the interlocutor, Carl is not inclined to feel sorry for himself and is not “bogged down” in painful thoughts about his breakup with Harry. “He is the king. He has something to do with himself,” his friend said.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry with children
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Karl met 3-year-old Archie on several occasions when the Sussexes were still living in the UK, while the British king only met one-year-old Lilibet once when Harry and Megan visited with children at the Platinum Birthday of Elizabeth II. in June of last year. The “very emotional” first meeting left Carl “incredibly emotional”, the BBC said at the time.
After chatting with the king’s friends, one might get the impression that in an ideal world, he would like to be a part of Archie and Lilibet’s life, as well as Harry and Meghan’s life. The Sun wrote this week: “The King is happy that Harry, his son, whom he calls ‘dear boy’, is at Westminster Abbey (for the coronation). He wanted him to come. Unfortunately he is very disappointed not to be able to see Meghan and the grandchildren, but he understands the situation.” As previously reported, the Duchess of Sussex will celebrate Archie’s 4th birthday in California on May 6, coinciding with coronation celebrations in the UK.
Of course, Charles could still see his grandchildren at his coronation if he gave them some role in the procession. Lilibet is unlikely to be able to take part in the celebrations due to her young age, but Archie could well be “useful” as the children of William and Kate, as well as Camilla’s grandchildren, who will all be involved in the celebrations.
Charles III in Berlin. March 2023
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Carl’s supporters, however, argue that bringing Harry and Meghan’s children to the coronation would be a risk, a reminder of the ongoing family drama, and overshadow the celebration of an important day. While the king’s critics point out that he himself made the decision to evict Harry and Megan from Frogmore Cottage, depriving them of their residence during trips to the UK. This not only made the Sussexes unwelcome, but also made it more difficult for them to plan visits. Most observers believe that in the coming years it is not worth waiting for Megan to appear with children in the country, just as Karl is unlikely to visit his grandchildren in Montecito. , in California.
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