Prince Harry seems to be reflecting on choices from the past, particularly those made with his brother Prince William. As tensions between the two continue, Harry appears motivated to make amends for decisions he now views with regret.
Once bonded by a shared sense of duty and a commitment to honouring the legacy of their late mother, Princess Diana, Harry and William's relationship has dramatically changed since Harry stepped away from royal duties in 2020 and moved to the United States. Their once-close connection has grown distant, and they are reportedly not in contact. Despite this, both have continued to honour Diana's memory through various charitable efforts. However, Harry is said to harbour regret over one decision in particular that he and William made together.
An insider revealed to Woman’s Day that Harry regrets the joint decision he and William made in 1997 to auction off 79 of their mother’s iconic gowns. The remorse reportedly intensified when Harry learned of an upcoming auction that will include over 200 of Princess Diana's most well-known outfits. Organised by Julien’s Auctions, this event is scheduled to take place on June 26 in Beverly Hills, with part of the proceeds going to charity.
Since leaving royal life, Harry has reportedly developed a profound desire to feel closer to his mother and is no longer comfortable parting with items connected to her. This emotional connection has driven him to take action. Encouraged by his wife, Meghan Markle, Harry is now on a mission to recover some of Diana’s belongings. According to the source, he sees them not just as keepsakes, but as essential pieces of her legacy that must be preserved.
This renewed focus on preserving Diana’s memory comes amid other personal considerations. Recently, it was reported that Harry had contemplated adopting his mother’s maiden name, Spencer, and abandoning the royal family surname, Mountbatten-Windsor. However, his uncle Charles Spencer reportedly intervened, cautioning Harry against such a move due to potential legal complications.
Ultimately, it seems those close to him are trying to prevent Harry from making irreversible decisions, especially ones that could further damage his strained relationships with his brother William and his father, King Charles.
