Prince William seemingly sent a strong message to his estranged brother, Prince Harry, while hosting a garden party at Buckingham Palace.
The Prince of Wales organized the event on behalf of King Charles, inviting his cousins Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Peter Phillips, Zara Tindall, and Mike Tindall. Royal expert Richard Eden tweeted, "I hope Prince William will be supported by his cousins when he becomes king, just as Queen Elizabeth was loyally assisted by hers, such as the Duke of Kent and Princess Alexandra." By including his cousins in this significant event, Prince William appears to confirm Royal expert Jenny Bond's remarks that Harry is no longer a central concern for him.
Jenny Bond told Times Radio, "I don't think William gives Harry a thought. As far as William is concerned, Harry doesn't really exist. William has enough on his plate with his wife's cancer treatment, his father's responsibilities, and his children. He doesn't have room in his soul to worry about his estranged brother." With this latest move, Prince William seemingly hinted at who his close aides will be when he ascends to the throne and where Prince Harry stands in his life.
According to sources, Peter Phillips has been a reliable support for Prince William, especially since Harry moved to America. Described as an older brother figure to William, Peter has been actively assisting Catherine and William through her cancer diagnosis. Despite recent challenges, friends characterize Peter as a source of laughter and support. As the eldest child of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips, Peter was not given a royal title at birth, reflecting his parents' desire for a normal upbringing. He fondly recalls childhood adventures with Prince William and the joyful times they shared during holidays with Queen Elizabeth II along with other royal children.
Peter was reportedly troubled by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's controversial Oprah Winfrey interview, especially as it coincided with Prince Philip's hospitalization in 2021. He was profoundly affected by Prince Philip's passing and shared a close bond with him. At Philip's funeral, Peter walked between the feuding brothers to prevent their rivalry from overshadowing the event. Later, he played a significant role in mourning Queen Elizabeth II. After Catherine's cancer diagnosis, Peter praised her and William's strength, highlighting their ability to balance public duties with parenthood. He emphasized the importance of being present for their children and commended their ability to strike a balance between family life and royal obligations.
Amidst whispers and side glances, Peter staunchly supports Team Wales, praising their composure under relentless public scrutiny. Catherine, in particular, receives high praise from Peter, who described her as remarkable. He told Sky News Australia, "Her and William make a fantastic team together. Their kids are great, and they balance public life and parenting three young children, which is always difficult. I think history has shown us that you want to be there for your children when they are of a certain age. You want to be able to drop them off at school, pick them up, and be part of their school lives. I think they've pretty much nailed that balance."
