A royal expert reveals the true relationship between Prince William, Kate Middleton, and Archie and Lilibet – and it’s truly heartbreaking.

Blood is Thicker Than Water, But…

They say blood is thicker than water, but sadly, families sometimes fall apart due to disagreements, feuds, and an unwillingness to reconcile. This holds true even for the British royals, one of the most famous families in the world. The strained relationship between brothers William and Harry doesn’t just affect them—it impacts their children as well. The royal cousins rarely get the chance to know each other or spend time together.

A Hard Pill to Swallow

William and Harry were extremely close growing up, making their current estrangement all the more painful. Despite this, neither brother is willing to extend an olive branch to make amends.

The Aftermath of Megxit

The relationship between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family deteriorated following Megxit, when Harry and Meghan announced their decision to step down from royal duties. This announcement shocked many, but according to royal experts, the couple knew “within days” of their wedding that they didn’t want to stay in the Firm long-term. With the birth of Archie in 2019, they moved towards greater privacy, distancing themselves from being used by the Crown as a “marionette puppet” for fans and the global media.

Privacy and the Royal Contract

When Archie was born, Harry was determined to keep the details of the birth private, despite the unwritten contract between the royals and the public. Author Katie Nicholl described Harry as “almost morbidly obsessed” with maintaining secrecy around Archie’s birth. Royal editor Rebecca English added that behind the scenes, tensions were so high that officials were reduced to tears of frustration.

A Different Experience for Lilibet

Lilibet’s birth in June 2021 in California was markedly different, with no paparazzi nearby. However, Harry and Meghan soon brought their children back into the spotlight. Following Queen Elizabeth’s passing, they announced that Archie and Lilibet would be given prince and princess titles.

A Heartbreaking Separation

Archie and Lilibet not only miss out on time with their cousins but also their grandfather, King Charles, who has reportedly met Archie only five times and Lilibet just once. According to royal expert Tom Quinn, the monarch is heartbroken over the lack of relationship with his grandchildren and has considered traveling to the States to visit them.

Quinn told Mirror, “There is no doubt if it goes ahead he would build in time to visit his youngest son and his grandchildren, but there are mountains of planning to be overcome before that becomes even a remote possibility.” He added, “It’s certainly possible that he would make a discreet private visit to Harry and the children in California. He is desperate to see them and hates the idea that Archie and Lilibet will not remember him as the warm, friendly grandfather he wants to be.”

A Gesture of Reconciliation

Relationship expert Louella Alderson told Mirror that a visit from King Charles to Harry, Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet in the US would be a significant gesture of his desire to mend their relationship. She explained, “The logistics behind King Charles making a trip to America, whether it’s private or not, and meeting with Harry without may prove difficult. King Charles has many Royal obligations and now health issues as well, so a trip to America in any capacity would likely require careful planning and coordination.”

Challenges in Rebuilding Bridges

While the relationship between William and Harry remains strained, Tom Quinn recently told the Mirror that the Prince and Princess of Wales had encouraged Harry and Meghan to bring their children to the UK for a visit. Unfortunately, Meghan declined, citing concerns for her children’s safety.

Quinn said, “There is no way Meghan would bring the children to the UK. William and Kate have suggested that Meghan and Harry bring the children and that the two couples and their families try to make up, but the suggestion is not leading anywhere so far.”

A source told OK! Magazine, “It’s now got to the point where Meghan doesn’t want to come to the UK with the children. She just doesn’t feel safe. The situation is now about whether the family should attend with increased security or Harry should go it alone.”

The Strained Family Dynamics

William and Kate have very limited contact with Archie and Lili. Royal correspondent Cameron Walker told GB News, “Every time you ask a question about Prince Harry to anybody close to Prince William, the barriers go up, which suggests to me that there is still a real issue there between William and Harry – I don’t see how that changes in the current circumstances.”

GB News’ royal editor Svar Nanan-Sen added, “William and Kate don’t have any relationship with Archie and Lilibet either. We know that King Charles has only met Lilibet once – the same probably goes for William and Kate.”

Cameron Walker concluded, “George, Charlotte, and Louis are not going to have that with their two cousins, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet – it’s really sad to see, and it’s also not their fault. It’s going to be interesting in 20 years’ time to see if there is any relationship between Archie and Lilibet – if they stay in California – and the three royal children here in the UK.”

Conclusion

This tale of royal estrangement underscores the deep emotional rifts that can occur in any family, even one as prominent as the British royal family. The hope for reconciliation and the building of bridges remains, but the path to healing is fraught with challenges.

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