King Charles III reportedly harbors deep regret over the upbringing of his younger son, Prince Harry, as revealed in a new book by Ingrid Seward. Amidst his battle with cancer, the monarch hopes for a reconciliation with his estranged son during his reign.
King Charles III's regret over the upbringing of his second son, Prince Harry, has been brought to light in a new book by Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine. The book, titled "My Mother and I," delves into the king's relationship with his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and the impact it had on his own parenting style.
According to Seward, King Charles believes that he could have done more to support Harry during his formative years. He is said to be particularly concerned about Harry's decision to step back from his royal duties and move to the United States with his wife, Meghan Markle.
Prince Harry's current visit to the UK for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games has sparked speculation about a potential meeting with his father. However, a spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex has stated that Harry will not be seeing King Charles during his trip due to the monarch's busy schedule.
Despite their differences, King Charles is said to remain hopeful that he and Harry will eventually heal their rift. The monarch has reportedly been "highly emotional" about his estranged son and believes that communication is crucial for mending their relationship.
Shortly after King Charles' cancer diagnosis was announced in February, Prince Harry traveled to London to visit his ailing father. However, royal experts noted that his visit was brief and that he did not see his brother, Prince William, or his sister-in-law and nieces and nephews.
Sources close to the royal family have indicated that King Charles would have welcomed a longer and more meaningful visit from his son. They believe that Harry's short stay was motivated by a desire to repair his public image rather than a genuine desire to reconcile with his family.
Despite the challenges, King Charles remains determined to improve his relationship with Harry. He hopes that by addressing his regrets and demonstrating a willingness to forgive, he can eventually bridge the gap between them.
The monarch's recent health struggles have reportedly made him more reflective about his life and legacy. He is said to be eager to resolve any outstanding issues with his family members before it is too late.
As Prince Harry continues his Invictus Games engagements, King Charles will attend multiple events in London, including an audience with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka of Fiji and a garden party at Buckingham Palace. Despite their busy schedules, both father and son are thought to be carrying the weight of their estrangement and the desire for a reconciliation.
