In an enlightening conversation from the past, Prince Harry unveiled a surprising sentiment within the ranks of the Royal Family: none wish to assume the throne. However, they are prepared to fulfill the responsibilities it entails when the occasion arises.
Six years ago, Prince Harry, who was then 32, engaged in a candid discussion with journalist and author Angela Levin. The dialogue delved into the Duke of Sussex's personal challenges in establishing a meaningful position within the royal institution.
Five years prior to Queen Elizabeth's passing at 96, Prince Harry projected a transformation in the monarchy following his grandmother's demise. The most remarkable assertion from the June 2017 conversation was his claim that "no one in the Royal Family wants to be King or Queen," as reported by DailyMail.
Harry conveyed to Ms. Levin that while there is a strong commitment to ensure the longevity of the monarchy and uphold its principles, it will require change to evolve beyond Queen Elizabeth's era. "We feel that the British public and the whole world needs institutions like this, but it can't go on as it has done under the Queen. There will be changes and pressure to get them right," he stated.
Considering the rapid changes spurred on by social media, Harry highlighted the family's role in modernizing the monarchy. Nevertheless, he emphasized that there was a palpable reluctance among the family members to ascend to the throne.
"Is there any one of the Royal Family who wants to be King or Queen? I don't think so, but we will carry out our duties at the right time," he confessed.
Back in June 2017, signs were already surfacing that Harry was looking to forge his own path. This intimate conversation took place just a year after he met Meghan Markle, who became his wife in 2018.
Fast forward two years from their marriage, and the royal duo took a dramatic step away from royal duties and relocated to the United States in March 2020. They settled in Montecito, a prosperous seaside neighborhood in Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, a choice that symbolized their determination to create an independent life away from the royal constraints.
