King Charles is said to be struggling with fear and indecision regarding the presence of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at his upcoming coronation, according to royal expert and biographer Tom Bower.
Bower opines that the soon-to-be-crowned monarch, whose coronation is scheduled for May 6, is facing difficulties in managing the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's involvement in the historic ceremony. As Bower mentioned in The Sun, "Charles has failed to suppress the Sussexes' vile vitriol" and has been "worrying about his image."
The royal expert suggests that King Charles is concerned about the possibility of Meghan and Harry overshadowing the landmark event. Since their departure from the royal family, the couple has repeatedly humiliated the king and the entire monarchy, Bower asserts.
Meghan and Harry, who have received their invitations to the coronation, are currently contemplating whether to undertake the 5,459-mile journey to attend the event. Insiders fear that the couple's rumored list of demands, including a place on the Buckingham Palace balcony and recognition of their two children during the celebrations, could potentially cause turmoil during the occasion.
If the Duke and Duchess of Sussex decide to attend, they can expect a "cold shoulder" from senior members of the royal family, reports claim. These frosty receptions stem from the couple's contentious departure from their royal duties and subsequent actions that have drawn widespread attention.
A source close to the palace revealed to OK! Magazine that Meghan and Harry's primary concern is the role their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, will play in the event. Archie will celebrate his fourth birthday on the same day as his grandfather's coronation, while Lilibet is just one year old. It is understood that the young royals have not been invited to the ceremony, a decision that has not been well received by Meghan and Harry.
The Duke and Duchess are also reportedly pushing for inclusion on the Buckingham Palace balcony during the coronation day, a privilege typically reserved for working members of the royal family. This request has sparked debate and further highlights the challenges that King Charles faces in managing the delicate balance between tradition, family dynamics, and public perception.
As the coronation approaches, all eyes will be on the royal family to see how they navigate these complex issues. The event will serve as a testament to King Charles' ability to lead and unify the monarchy in the face of adversity and potential disruption. As Tom Bower emphasizes, it is crucial for the new king to demonstrate a strong, decisive approach in order to avoid humiliation and further damage to the royal family's reputation.
