Prince William Keeps Prince Harry Distant at Royal Wedding Amid Ongoing Rift

Prince Harry's integration into the Royal Family was reportedly hindered by his own reluctance to help Meghan Markle navigate palace life, with biographer Tina Brown describing their approach as a shared resistance to royal norms, which contributed to early tensions and public family conflicts. Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Harry has expressed ongoing safety concerns in the UK, frequently declining offers to stay at Buckingham Palace, including one from King Charles, opting instead for hotels or private residences during his visits. The rift between Prince Harry and his brother Prince William has persisted for several years, with little hope for public reconciliation, although private family healing remains a possibility, according to King Charles's former butler Grant Harrold. This estrangement has affected royal events, as Prince William reportedly instructed that Harry be seated far away from him at their cousin Peter Phillips' wedding, reflecting the ongoing tension; however, Kate Middleton and King Charles are encouraging William to move past the feud. Despite these divisions, there remains an underlying effort within the family to find some form of unity behind closed doors, especially for the sake of the next generation. The complex dynamics illustrate the continuing challenges within the Royal Family amid public scrutiny and personal conflicts.