Prince Harry Chose ‘Not to Be in the Same Room with His Stepmother’ While Visiting His Ailing Father, Her Friend Claims

A British journalist sheds light on the strained dynamics within the royal household, revealing deep-seated tensions. Amidst family health concerns, the saga of complex relationships and personal sacrifices unfolds, offering a rare glimpse into private royal conflicts.

Prince Harry’s visit to see his ailing father, King Charles III, has reignited discussions about the delicate fabric of royal family relationships, especially concerning his stepmother, Queen Camilla. British journalist Petronella Wyatt, a longtime acquaintance of the Queen, shared her own insights concerning Prince Harry’s meeting with the King.

Wyatt reported that the Duke of Sussex had no desire to be around Queen Camilla, her statement highlighting that Prince Harry appears to be uncomfortable in the Queen’s presence.

“Harry, I hear, preferred not to be in the same room with his stepmother when he spoke to the King about his cancer diagnosis,” Wyatt revealed. The journalist, puzzled by Prince Harry’s animosity, also suggested that the Prince might have exhausted his list of family members to criticize, given his history of public revelations.

Defending Queen Camilla, Wyatt stated, “To what has sometimes been her detriment, she is incapable of machinations of any kind,” challenging the negative portrayal by Prince Harry. This defense introduces a contrasting narrative to the one Prince Harry presented in his memoir, “Spare.”

In “Spare,” the father of two delved into his uneasy relationship with Queen Camilla, where he recounted, “I had complex feelings about gaining a step-parent who, I believed, had recently sacrificed me on her personal PR altar.” He reiterated, “For some time this person had been peddling unflattering stories, fake stories, about the Heir and the Spare to all the papers,” implicating Queen Camilla in a campaign of misinformation.

Despite these turbulent feelings, Prince Harry emphasized his wish for his father’s happiness, extending this to Queen Camilla. Yet, he candidly shared the symbolic displacement he felt when his bedroom was transformed into the Queen’s dressing room, revealing, “Camilla turned my bedroom into her dressing room. I tried not to care. But, especially the first time I saw it, I cared.”

This layered narrative, combining Wyatt’s defense and Prince Harry’s personal reflections, paints a complex picture of royal family dynamics, where personal feelings and public perceptions clash. The Duke of Sussex’s struggle to reconcile his desire for family unity with his experiences of loss and exclusion underlines the ongoing challenges faced by the royal family in balancing their private lives with their public roles.

The saga of Prince Harry’s relationship with his stepmother, Queen Camilla, highlights the nuanced and often painful reality of merging families in the unforgiving public eye.

Through his own words, Prince Harry invites the world to understand the depth of his feelings and the complexity of royal family relationships, marked by a continuous search for understanding, acceptance, and, ultimately, peace within the family fold.

As previously reported on February 8:

When Prince Harry recently went to London to see King Charles III after his cancer diagnosis was revealed, he stayed in a lavish hotel. The King of England’s former butler, Grant Harrold, said that Prince Harry did so as a way to show his family that he could financially support himself without their help.

A media outlet revealed that Grant and King Charles III had a working relationship spanning seven years. At the time, the King of England was still the Prince of Wales.

As reported by Grant, Prince Harry opted for the hotel because he wanted to prove that he was “grown up enough to fund himself.” The King’s former butler then went on to state, “It’s strange he’s not staying at any royal residences because obviously, when they were growing up, they had rooms at Clarence House and at Highgrove.”

Grant expanded on his reasoning by asserting his opinion that Prince Harry’s choice did not make sense security-wise. Since stepping down from his royal role, news sources have stipulated that the Duke of Sussex has been traveling with his own security team.

On this and the status of Prince Harry’s familial relationships, Grant explained, “Obviously, it’s not the best sign if he’s staying at a hotel, because you’d have thought he’d possibly stay with his brother [Prince William] and sister-in-law [Kate Middleton] potentially, or at one of his father’s homes.”

He went on to note, “If there is an ongoing fallout between him and his brother, it’s possible that he may not have been given the offer to stay.”

Regarding Prince Harry’s visit, a media outlet reported that King Charles III was allegedly unpleased as his travel plans were delayed in waiting for his son’s arrival. Apparently, the King had plans to travel to Norfolk for tranquility.

Although many speculations have surfaced concerning why Prince Harry’s visit with the King was so brief, a British expert named Richard Fitzwilliams set the record straight. He mentioned that because King Charles III has started treatment, he may have just been tired, prompting the brevity of the meeting.

As previously reported on February 8:

The Duchess of Sussex has been spotted out and about for the first time since her husband caught a flight to London to visit King Charles III amid his cancer diagnosis. Pictures showed Meghan Markle flashing a smile as she drove around Montecito.

From what was seen, she opted for a comfy, casual look, which included sunglasses and a baseball cap. She also held a coffee mug in one of her hands.

Many people had a lot of strong opinions concerning Meghan’s recent outing. One person asked and asserted, “Why does she do this when Harry is away?” Another expressed, “So predictable. Beyond pathetic.”

Someone else remarked, “Smiling like a Cheshire Cat to hide the fact KC had barely 30 mins for Harry. If you believe some reports, it was more like 12 mins […] that’s pretty embarrassing. Actions have consequences!”

A social media user pondered, “She’s happy Charles is ill?” Another asserted, “How embarrassing M, now we know why Harry went! PR stunt!” Someone else stated, “Exclusive woman smiles [knowing] her husband is safely coming back to her loving arms after being in a country where the media, reporters and self-appointed experts are being violent and vicious in speech and thoughts.”

Other less negative comments focused on Prince Harry visiting his dad and someone also posted a comment in defense of Meghan. One person rhetorically questioned, “You want her to start mourning when the King is still alive? Na […]!” Another person highlighted, “Harry did the right thing [seeing] his father after the cancer diagnosis. He is a great son.”

Yesterday, a news outlet reported that Prince Harry was already en route back home from London. The Duke of Sussex had spent 24 hours in his homeland. He landed in London after 2 p.m. this past Tuesday, then went to see his father—as reported by a news source—for 45 minutes.

As previously reported on February 7:

While there has been tension between Prince Harry and his family since he moved to the US and left his post as a working senior royal, he still rushed home to be with his father amidst the King’s cancer diagnosis. Meanwhile, his wife stayed in California with their kids.

According to the King’s former butler, Meghan Markle’s choice resulted from her thinking that being by the King’s side was “something [Prince Harry] has to do alone.”

His Majesty’s former aide, Grant Harrold, said, “Meghan made the decision that it was best to stay home with the children, and maybe she feels that this is something Harry has got to do alone.” He believes that the former actress played a role in encouraging Harry to go to London.

Meghan may still visit her father-in-law in the near future, royal experts believe. However, at the moment, she will be focusing on caring for her two children in California.

“I’m sure at some point they will bring the grandchildren over; that might be part of what’s being discussed — an opportunity for them to come over as a family,” Harrold added.

Meghan has said positive things about Harry’s dad in the past, including the kindness he showed during their wedding. In her Netflix documentary, “Harry & Meghan,” she revealed that King Charles’ role in walking her down the aisle on her special day was very important, given her biological father’s decision not to attend due to a paparazzi scandal and health issues.

The King also helped choose the song Meghan walked down the aisle to. Sadly, in years after, Meghan’s relationship with the royal family did not flourish.

King Charles III’s illness is undoubtedly a tragedy for the royal family. However, it may also be the very reason their family reunites again, following Harry’s decision to step back from senior royal duties and move to a different country.

Royal expert Gareth Russell weighed in on the situation, noting that a grave illness such as Cancer is never taken lightly by the diagnosed patient’s family members. Likely, ill feelings and differences in character are put aside.

As previously reported on February 6:

Prince Harry is returning to England to support his father, King Charles III, after the monarch’s recent cancer diagnosis. The Duke of Sussex, aged 39, is scheduled to arrive in London on Monday, according to a confirmation from the office of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

Prince Harry has already been in contact with King Charles following his diagnosis. Still, it has been disclosed that Meghan Markle, Harry’s wife, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, will not accompany him on this trip to support his father through this health scare.

Royal staffers have kept Prince Harry updated on the 75-year-old King’s health status, including the specifics of a recent prostate procedure. Prince Harry has previously shared his complex feelings surrounding family and duty. The King once asked his sons not to make the last years of his life “a misery” with the rift between them.

Harry has recounted instances from his past, including the profound impact of his grandfather’s counsel at Windsor, where the elder statesman had settled.

Harry has also divulged emotional moments with his brother, Prince William, and his late mother, Princess Diana, drawing poignant connections between his experiences and the responsibilities of his royal lineage.

As previously reported on February 5:

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that King Charles, following a recent health procedure, is now facing a new health challenge. Here are the details.

King Charles is confronting a new health challenge, following a recent procedure for an enlarged prostate. Buckingham Palace announced on Monday that the 75-year-old monarch has been diagnosed with cancer.

During the procedure for benign prostate enlargement, doctors discovered a separate issue of concern. Subsequent tests have confirmed a form of cancer, according to a palace statement.

His Majesty has begun a regular treatment schedule and has been advised to postpone public-facing duties. He will, however, continue to handle State business and official paperwork as usual.

The King expressed his gratitude towards his medical team for their prompt intervention, made possible by his recent hospital visit. He remains optimistic about his treatment and aims to return to full public duties soon.

Charles has chosen to publicize his diagnosis to prevent speculation and hopes it will help increase public understanding of cancer. He is determined to assist others worldwide affected by the disease.

The public has rallied on social media to express support and wishes for King Charles following the announcement of his cancer diagnosis. Comments like “Get well soon your Majesty, prayers for your recovery” underscore the concern and hope for the monarch’s swift recuperation.