Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have expressed their concern and support for King Charles and Kate, the Princess of Wales, after the royal couple faced two health scares in the past week. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who are living in California after stepping back from their senior royal roles, are understood to have contacted both King Charles and Kate last week to wish them a speedy recovery.
According to Express, "The King and the Princess of Wales have received support from Prince Harry and Meghan regarding their health. The Duke and Duchess contacted both parties in different ways to pass on their concern and best wishes."
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The source did not reveal the details of how Harry and Meghan reached out to their relatives, but it is likely that they used phone calls or video calls to communicate. Harry and Meghan have previously said that they keep in touch with the Queen and other members of the royal family through Zoom calls, especially during the pandemic.
The gesture of Harry and Meghan comes amid the ongoing rift between them and the rest of the royal family, which was exacerbated by their explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2023. In the interview, Harry and Meghan made several allegations against the royal institution, including racism, lack of support, and isolation. Harry also admitted that his relationship with his father and his brother, Prince William, was strained and that they were on "different paths".
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However, Harry and Meghan have also shown signs of reconciliation and respect for the monarchy, such as naming their daughter Lilibet Diana, after the Queen's nickname and Harry's late mother, Princess Diana. Harry also flew back to the UK twice in 2023, once for Prince Philip's funeral in April and once for the unveiling of a statue of Diana in July, where he reunited with William.
The health scares of King Charles and Kate have also brought the royal family closer together, as they rallied around the pair and offered their prayers and support. King Charles, who is 75 years old, is due to undergo surgery this week for an enlarged prostate, a common condition that affects many men of his age. The palace said that his condition is benign and that he will attend hospital for a corrective procedure. He has postponed some of his engagements while he recovers.
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Kate, who is 41 years old, was admitted to the London Clinic on Monday, where she underwent a successful abdominal surgery. She is expected to stay in the hospital for up to 14 days and will need up to three months to fully recover. The palace did not disclose the reason for her surgery, but said that it was not cancer-related. Kate has been suffering from severe morning sickness during her fourth pregnancy, which was announced in November 2023.
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Celebrities, politicians, and royal fans have flooded social media with messages of love and support for King Charles and Kate, wishing them a swift and smooth recovery. The Queen, who is 97 years old and still carrying out her duties, has also been in touch with her son and granddaughter-in-law and is said to be "deeply concerned" about their health. She is expected to visit them in the hospital as soon as possible.
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