Prince Harry and Prince William will be seated separately at King Charles' Coronation, with insiders stating that cameras will not capture the brothers together. Buckingham Palace recently announced that Harry will attend the historic event at Westminster Abbey on May 6, while Meghan Markle will stay in California with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The brothers' strained relationship has raised concerns about potential public disagreements during the ceremony. According to the Daily Express, event organizers will seat the princes far enough apart that cameras will not be able to capture them together, preventing any potential tension from being broadcast worldwide.
To avoid awkward confrontations, Harry's arrival at Westminster Abbey will be meticulously planned down to the exact minute, and he will be seated several rows behind senior royals. It is believed that he will sit with non-working members of the Royal Family with whom he has no issues, such as Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, and their husbands.
Rumors suggest that some royals may give Harry the cold shoulder due to their inability to forgive his repeated accusations against the family. In his memoir, Spare, Harry detailed a reported fight with his brother, accusing him of conspiring with their father. He also claimed that William and Kate encouraged him to wear a Nazi costume to a fancy dress party in 2005, which sparked public outrage.
Harry is not expected to participate in the King's Procession or the Coronation Procession to and from Buckingham Palace, nor will he appear on the palace balcony. Insiders say that Harry recognized the significance of the coronation as "the most important day" of the King's life and understood that he would deeply regret not attending.
The Palace's announcement concludes months of speculation regarding Harry and Meghan's attendance at the Coronation. In a statement, the Palace said, "Buckingham Palace is pleased to confirm that the Duke of Sussex will attend the Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey on 6th May. The Duchess of Sussex will remain in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet."
Sources indicate that Harry sought a meeting with King Charles and Prince William to address their issues before the Coronation. An insider told The Mirror, "Harry has been very clear and his position hasn't wavered - he isn't going to come if he feels the atmosphere will be as toxic as it was during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and funeral. He's said he wants to reconcile with his family, and it's their call, but so far nothing has changed."
