King Charles Expresses Sadness Over Grandchildren

King Charles is reportedly saddened by his distant relationship with his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who live in the U.S. This emotional distance stems from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from royal duties and relocate in 2020, which has left the king feeling disconnected from the children he 'hardly knows.' Royal commentator Jennie Bond expressed that the early years of a child's life are fleeting, making the king's situation particularly poignant. While Charles has met Archie a few times and Lilibet only once during a royal event in 2022, he remains hopeful that Harry and Meghan may share updates or pictures with him. The situation mirrors that of Meghan's estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr., who has also lamented not being able to see his grandchildren. Both Charles and Thomas share a sense of loss over their inability to connect with Archie and Lilibet.