Prince Harry Reportedly Told by King Charles he Cannot Be ‘Half-In, Half-Out’ Royal
LONDON – Prince Harry was informed by King Charles that a dual role – maintaining some royal duties while pursuing commercial ventures – is untenable, according to a report from Teh Sun on Friday. The revelation comes amid tentative discussions between buckingham Palace and the Sussexes regarding a potential reconciliation,including the possibility of a joint public appearance.
The reported conversation underscores the core issue that lead to Harry and Meghan’s departure as working royals in 2020: their desire for financial independence and the constraints imposed by royal protocol. Sources suggest Charles made it clear to his son that a “half-in, half-out” arrangement, previously sought by Harry, is not feasible. this progress significantly impacts the path forward for Harry’s relationship with the monarchy and any future involvement in official duties.
The news follows Harry’s recent four-day trip to the UK, during which he attended the WellChild Awards and donated £1.1 million to Children in Need. He subsequently travelled to Ukraine to support the Invictus Games Foundation’s work with veterans. These engagements have fueled speculation about a potential thaw in relations, with The Independent reporting that Buckingham Palace and the Sussex staff are “tentatively discussing” a possible joint public event, perhaps including the King attending the Invictus Games in Birmingham in 2027.
However, despite appearing to engage with charitable commitments in the UK, Harry remains unrepentant about his past criticisms of the royal family. In a recent interview with the Guardian, he defended his decision to share his experiences in his memoir, Spare, stating, “I don’t believe that I aired my dirty laundry in public…My conscience is clear.”
Following their decision to step back as senior royals, Harry and Meghan participated in an interview with Oprah Winfrey, released a Netflix documentary, and published Spare, which contained numerous allegations about the royal family. The King’s reported stance suggests any future reconciliation will require Harry to fully commit to either a royal role or a private life, effectively closing the door on a compromise.
