King Charles, Queen Camilla, and various members of the royal family made a prominent appearance during their annual Christmas walk to church in Sandringham.
While the event showcased a united front and generated viral pictures, a poignant moment must have tugged at Prince Harry's heart. The Christmas walk is a significant occasion for the royal family, emphasizing their familial strength and style. Prince Louis, the youngest child of the Prince and Princess of Wales, captured hearts by holding hands with his cousin Mia Andor during the walk.
While fans find the photo adorable, it likely evokes a sense of sadness for Prince Harry, who wishes to see his own children, Archie and Lilibet, enjoy such moments with their royal cousins.
The heartwarming snapshots may serve as a reminder to Prince Harry of the closeness within his family, accentuating what his own children might be missing out on. Archie and Lilibet have not experienced a royal Christmas with their cousins, who traditionally come together to create memorable festive seasons.
Since 2020, the Sussexes have spent Christmas away from the royal family, continuing the trend this year by staying in Montecito, California. Insider information reveals that Harry and Meghan celebrated the holidays by cooking, playing games, and exchanging gifts, attempting not to spoil their kids too much.
Despite their efforts to create a festive atmosphere in California, Harry and Meghan might have felt a twinge of disappointment for not being part of King Charles's Royal Christmas speech video. The couple's relationship with senior royal members faced additional strain in 2023, exacerbated by the release of Omid Scobie's explosive book, "Endgame." Scobie's book damaged the prestige of the Sussexes by attacking the royal family, leading to speculation about the couple's involvement in the book's revelations. Royal expert Gareth Russell noted that "Endgame" came at an unfavorable time for Harry and Meghan, with negative media coverage affecting their public image.
The Hollywood Reporter's article, branding Harry and Meghan as two of the biggest losers in Hollywood in 2023, further added to the challenges the couple faced. According to Russell, being listed among prominent losers in the showbiz industry did not bode well for generating public sympathy, support, or donations to Archewell. The celebrity world's link to their public image seemed to be working against them, highlighting a shift from the initial public sympathy and interest that the couple enjoyed.
