Last year, Prince William was scheduled to serve as an usher at his friend, the Duke of Westminster's wedding.
While there were claims that Prince Harry had been snubbed from the event, a source close to the Sussexes clarified to Page Six that both Harry and Meghan had received invitations but had jointly decided to decline. Despite this, it seems they were disappointed by the perceived exclusion. Their repeated statements about receiving invitations only underscore their frustration at being left out, portraying them as petty and desperate.
Rumors have circulated that Harry didn't want to attend or would have gone if William wasn't present, but the truth is that Harry was not invited, a decision made solely by the event hosts. Harry's lack of respect from his former social circle is a result of his own choices, unrelated to the royal family.
In aristocratic circles, discretion is highly valued, and there's an unspoken rule of silence. Harry's behavior has disenchanted his former friends, leading to a complete disassociation from him and Meghan. His inclusion in social circles was primarily due to his royal lineage, and now that his father isn't extending invitations, others feel free to follow suit. According to a royal expert, the Prince of Wales has officially severed ties with his estranged brother, Prince Harry, and no longer considers him a concern.
Last weekend, Harry, accompanied by Meghan Markle, embarked on a three-day trip to Nigeria to advocate for mental health support for soldiers and empower youth. While some saw their unofficial royal tour as a success, there was speculation that certain members of the royal family, particularly Prince William, felt uneasy about the journey. However, royal commentator Jenny Bond refuted these notions, stating that Harry is the least of William's worries. She told Times Radio that, as far as William is concerned, Harry really doesn't exist. William is dealing with enough pressure from his responsibilities, including his wife, the Princess of Wales, and her ongoing cancer treatment, his father King Charles's duties, and his children. Bond believes that William has disowned Harry.
Royal expert Tom Quinn suggested that the Prince of Wales is unhappy with the couple. Speaking to the Mirror, he claimed that William is furious and determined to prevent similar situations in the future. Charles is said to be angrier than ever. The treatment Harry and Meghan received in Nigeria, where they were welcomed with dances, receptions, and visits to schools and charities, was akin to an official royal tour, which upset the royal family. There were fears that Harry and Meghan would try to misrepresent themselves as working royals, and the Nigeria trip confirmed these fears.
Tom Quinn explained that the Nigeria trip was a bold statement from Harry and Meghan, indicating their refusal to accept their non-working royal status. The senior royals are worried, as everything about the trip resembled an official royal visit. The receptions, visits to schools, charities, and wounded soldiers, along with Meghan and Harry's speeches, were all designed to give the impression that they are still active royals. William and King Charles are unhappy with this portrayal. For them, it seems like Harry and Meghan are declaring their independence from the royal family, asserting that they don't need permission to be working royals and will operate on their own terms.
