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Prince William and Kate Middleton have no intention of meeting with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during the Sussexes’ upcoming visit to the U.K. this summer, according to royal sources. While Harry is eager to reunite with his family, including potentially attending an event at the Sandringham estate, the Prince and Princess of Wales have made clear they will not make arrangements to see the couple outside of any official public engagements.
Why it matters
The continued rift between the once-close royal brothers and their wives has been a source of ongoing public fascination and speculation. This latest development underscores the challenges the families face in reconciling their differences, even as they navigate major life events and transitions within the monarchy.
The details
According to reports, if King Charles were to invite Harry and Meghan to stay with him, that would be ‘a matter for His Majesty alone.’ However, the Prince and Princess of Wales have ‘no intention’ of seeing the Sussexes during their visit. An insider said William and Kate would only interact with Harry and Meghan if they attended an ‘official public engagement’ together. Meanwhile, Harry is said to be hopeful he can spend time with his family, including potentially visiting the Sandringham estate, where William and Kate have a home.
- The Sussexes are planning to visit the U.K. in July 2026.
- Meghan Markle has not been to England since attending Queen Elizabeth’s funeral in September 2022.
- The last time the ‘Fab Four’ were seen together was at the Queen’s funeral.
The players
Prince William
The Prince of Wales and elder son of King Charles III.
Kate Middleton
The Princess of Wales and wife of Prince William.
Prince Harry
The Duke of Sussex and younger son of King Charles III.
King Charles III
The reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.
What’s next
It remains to be seen if King Charles will extend an invitation to the Sussexes to visit the Sandringham estate during their trip, and whether that would lead to a reunion with Prince William and Kate Middleton.
The takeaway
The continued rift between the once-close royal brothers and their wives highlights the challenges the families face in reconciling their differences, even as they navigate major life events and transitions within the monarchy.
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