Royal Rift: Harry & Meghan Spend Holidays Apart

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will not be spending the holidays with the British royal family. The couple, currently in the UK, intends to celebrate with Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland. Reports suggest that despite the King's cancer diagnosis and efforts to make the holidays special, a reunion with the extended royal family is unlikely due to potential awkwardness and a lack of invitation.

However, sources close to the couple indicate that Harry and Meghan are scheduled to meet with King Charles and Queen Camilla. This meeting is described as a deliberate engagement, not a casual visit. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly making alternative holiday plans within the UK, aiming to showcase a different style of royalty focused on accessibility and connection with everyday people, contrasting with the more traditional royal celebrations.

Past indications pointed to the Sussexes potentially traveling to Montecito for the holidays. However, the current understanding is that they will remain in the United Kingdom. Palace insiders note a hierarchy within the family, with the King's decisions being final, suggesting it is best not to create difficult situations. This suggests a clear separation in holiday plans for the two branches of the royal family.