A royal expert has suggested that it may be in the best interest of all parties involved that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle do not attend the upcoming ceremony commemorating the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth‘s passing.
The Royal Family is reportedly planning an informal gathering at Balmoral on September 8 to honor the late Queen, with notable absentees expected to include Harry and Meghan.
According to sources cited by The Sun, there has been no communication with the Sussexes regarding their potential attendance at the event.
Richard Fitzwilliams, a respected commentator on royal matters, remarked that had there been formal arrangements for a public event, Harry and Meghan would likely have received invitations.
However, tensions within the Royal Family have deepened following Harry’s candid remarks during a recent interview on ITV, where he discussed the family’s treatment of him and Meghan in the aftermath of the Queen’s passing.
These statements have evidently left a lasting impact, influencing decisions surrounding their involvement in future royal engagements.
Recent speculations surrounding the activities of the Sussexes have highlighted a decline in their public standing and professional engagements.
Notably, they have faced setbacks such as the loss of their Spotify deal and a lack of significant projects from Meghan’s new agency.
Public opinion of the couple in both the UK and the US has reportedly dwindled, with their conduct in interviews and Harry’s forthcoming memoir, “Spur,” contributing to a growing sense of mistrust within the Royal Family.
Given these circumstances, it appears increasingly likely that Harry and Meghan will commemorate the anniversary of the Queen’s passing in a manner separate from the rest of the Royal Family.
Their scheduled commitments in Europe, including the launch of the 2023 Invictus Games in Düsseldorf from September 9-16, coincide with this period.
Moreover, Harry’s upcoming 39th birthday on September 15 suggests that any potential reunion with his family in the UK is unlikely, as he will be in close proximity to them during this time.
As the world marks Meghan’s 42nd birthday today on August 4, reports indicate that she intends to keep the celebrations private.
PR expert Maya Riad anticipates that the occasion will be low-key and restricted to a select circle of close associates.
The couple’s decision to maintain a level of privacy surrounding their personal milestones reflects a desire to distance themselves from the ongoing scrutiny and speculation that have characterized their public image in recent times.
In light of these developments, it seems that the absence of Harry and Meghan from the commemorative ceremony for Queen Elizabeth’s passing aligns with the current dynamics within the Royal Family.
While the specifics of their alternative plans remain undisclosed, the couple’s focus on their individual pursuits and commitments suggests a deliberate effort to forge their own path distinct from traditional royal protocols.
