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Megan Markle's memories with the royal family seemed to dissipate with each passing day. According to her own words, her time as a working royal was the worst period of her life, which is why she has taken a vow not to speak about the royals or the monarchy anymore. The former actress has also decided to never return to the UK despite stepping down from his royal duties almost 5 years ago.
Prince Harry's heart still lingers in the royal world, despite distancing himself physically. The years he spent as a full time working royal hold fond memories for him. He cherishes his relationships with his family, especially his father King Charles. In quiet moments of reflection, Harry has realized that some of the revelations in his interviews since stepping back may have crossed a line. He now wishes he could take back some of those words, especially given his father is facing serious health issues.
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When King Charles first announced his cancer diagnosis earlier this year, Prince Harry rushed to his father's side. However, in the months since, King Charles has chosen to maintain a complete silence towards Prince Harry. This decision has been driven by two significant reasons, according to sources close to the royal family.
Prince Harry's team has confirmed to People magazine that both King Charles and Prince William have stopped answering his calls and text messages. Additionally, King Charles has turned down several requests from Prince Harry for meetings during his trips to London. It was initially believed the King was simply staying clear of his controversial son to protect his mental and physical well-being. However, financial motivations are also at play in this strained father-son relationship.
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King Charles is unwilling to financially support Prince Harry's lifestyle or security needs, which is a major source of tension between them. Renowned royal biographer Robert Hardman has explained that Prince Harry's persistent pleas for money from his family is a key reason why King Charles refuses to engage with him directly. The first issue, according to Hardman, is Prince Harry's open criticism of the lack of financial support from his father and other family members. In his biography "Spare" and interviews since stepping back, Prince Harry has expressed frustration about being "cut off" financially by those closest to him.
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The second major reason for the ongoing silence, is that King Charles does not want to damage his relationship with Prince William, the future King. Privately, Charles recognizes that engaging in bilateral talks with Harry could negatively impact the trust and bond he shares with his eldest son. Especially given William has dealt with his own personal struggles this year following Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis. Any discussion involving the King that pertains to the Sussex's ongoing grievances would rightfully need to include Prince William. But the timing remains unsuitable.
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So for now, King Charles believes the most prudent approach is to avoid one-on-one contact or negotiations with Prince Harry. He hopes that with time and distance, tensions may ease between all parties. However, it's clear the deep wounds of the past few years will require considerable healing. Until then, an uneasy limbo persists in the once close father-son relationship between King Charles and Prince Harry. While both men surely wish things could be different, for the sake of the monarchy they each feel they have little choice but to maintain a self-imposed distance. Only time will tell if one day that gulf can be crossed once more.
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