Meghan Markle refused to return to Britain: Prince Harry will attend the coronation of Charles III. without wife and children 04/13/2023, 08:35

The main intrigue of the upcoming historical event was resolved – the youngest son of Charles III. he will watch his ceremonial accession to the throne without his wife and children. This was the result of lengthy negotiations between the Duke of Sussex and Buckingham Palace. The disgraced prince will join the rest of the royal family, while Meghan Markle will watch the ceremony from their estate in Montecito, Santa Barbara. The couple’s children, 3-year-old Archie and 1-year-old Lilibet, will also remain in California.

“Buckingham Palace is delighted to confirm that The Duke of Sussex will attend the Coronation Service. The Duchess of Sussex will remain in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet,” the official statement read.

Coronation of Charles III. will take place on May 6 in Westminster Abbey. It is on this day that the first-born Duke of Sussex will be four years old. The palace’s confirmation comes after weeks of speculation over the matter, with reports that the British monarch’s office has contacted Harry about the event.

They noted that Karl invited his son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren, despite the split in their relationship after the release of the documentary “Harry and Megan”, as well as the memoirs of the prince “Spare”. On tape and in a book, the fugitive royal revealed intimate secrets, including private conversations with his father and older brother, Prince William. This increased the strain on the couple’s relationship with their British relatives.

Palace sources said Charles III was upset at Meghan Markle’s absence, but was happy Harry was flying to London. “He wanted Harry to come and he’s glad to have his precious boy around. He is unfortunately very disappointed that he won’t be able to see Meghan and his grandchildren, but he understands the situation,” a Buckingham Palace official was quoted as saying by the Daily Mail.

Harry’s decision to attend the coronation service at Westminster Abbey is seen by royal insiders as a potential olive branch between father and son. “Harry’s wish to attend the coronation seems sincere. It is important for Harry, as the son of the king, to come to his father. It’s great to show up, show support and be close to the monarch,” the insider said.

At the same time, the former American actress was criticized for ignoring the ceremony. Experts believe Meghan was afraid of being booed. Palace sources recalled that the father-in-law, at that time still Prince Charles, took the chosen one of the youngest sons to the altar during their wedding in 2018. “He was with Megan on the most important day, it is sad that she did not want to do the same for him,” quotes The Sun initiated.