In the year since Queen Elizabeth II's passing, Prince Harry's actions and decisions have been under constant scrutiny. The Duke of Sussex's recent tribute to his late grandmother during the WellChild Awards in London has reignited debates about his relationship with the British monarchy and the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II.
Queen Elizabeth II, who navigated numerous controversies surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in the final years of her life, would likely have had mixed feelings about Harry's recent actions, according to insiders. Lady Colin Campbell, a prominent figure in royal circles, expressed skepticism about Prince Harry's claim that the Queen would be looking down on him with pride. "She's looking down on him with horror that he has turned out to be what he was," Lady Colin remarked, challenging the Duke's assertion.
Harry's mention of his grandmother during his speech at the WellChild Awards was seen by some as a genuine gesture of remembrance, while others viewed it as a calculated move. "As you know, I was unable to attend the awards last year as my grandmother passed away," Harry shared. "As you also probably know, she would have been the first person to insist that I still come to be with you all instead of going to her," he added.
However, Lady Colin Campbell sees through this tribute, suggesting that Harry's statement was a strategic move to divert attention from other royal matters. She believes that Harry is trying to "snatch our attention from everybody."
Recent reports indicate that Prince Harry and King Charles III have not met privately since Queen Elizabeth II's funeral in September 2022. The Duke's visit to his grandmother's grave at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle was a significant event, especially as he is expected to leave for Dusseldorf, Germany, shortly after, where he will inaugurate his Invictus Games.
Meghan Markle's decision to back out from presenting at the closing ceremonies of the Invictus Games has also made headlines. The Duchess has reportedly declined several offers to return to Britain over the past year, fueling speculations that she may never wish to set foot in the United Kingdom again.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's relationship with the British royal family remains a topic of intense debate and speculation. With no apparent efforts to mend the rift, it remains to be seen how the dynamics within the royal family will evolve in the coming years.
In a world where every action and statement is dissected and analyzed, Prince Harry's tribute to his late grandmother serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges of royal life in the public eye. Whether his gestures are genuine or calculated, only time will tell.
