As of this past week in London, senior staff on both Prince Harry and King Charles’ teams have come together for an informal chat. This is the first concrete indication that their relationship is taking a positive turn. This meeting will be the first on-the-ground, in-person discussion to begin repairing that discordant relationship. It was held at the Royal Over-Seas League.
Prince Harry’s appearance was covered by his new chief communications officer, Meredith Maines. She flew in from Los Angeles just for the meeting. Giving the rare insight into royal working life were King Charles, 76, and Tobyn Andreae, the communications secretary. Liam Maguire, who is in charge of PR for the Sussexes there, attended the meeting.
The meeting began around 3:50 PM when Maines and Maguire arrived at the club, shortly followed by Andreae. According to people close to the talks, there was no set agenda. Instead, everyone had a drink in hand as they focused on pressing topics that raised interest on both sides of the aisle.
“There was no formal agenda, just casual drinks. There were things both sides wanted to talk about.” – A source
That informal setting is seen by many as a tentative but heartening first step toward reconciling the church’s past. Both sides, according to reports, have shown a willingness to increase communication after more than a year of relative quiet.
“There’s been no channel of communication open for a long time but there is now, so this could be the start of better times ahead.” – A source
For Prince Harry and King Charles, much has been made of the strain on their relationship. This push and pull started when Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, retired from their royal duties in 2020. This decision has really led to a stark divide in the family. We know that there are still these tensions, but according to sources, both sides are really looking to get this done.
“Everyone just wants to move on and move forward now.” – A source
Looking forward, everyone’s talking about a potential Prince Harry / King Charles reunion. This is a very likely possibility, considering the Invictus Games are coming to Birmingham in July 2027. The Duke of Sussex Prince Harry is expected to be joining the event, with plans to visit Birmingham. This trip might present another opportunity for reconciliation.
Prince Harry has repeatedly expressed interest in mending his fractured relationship with his dad. He has even gone on record on several occasions with his wish for atonement.
“I would love a reconciliation.” – Prince Harry
As the royal family navigates this complex situation, the recent meeting signifies a willingness on both sides to engage in constructive dialogue. What this new level of communication will net remains to be seen. While far from a royal reconciliation, at least it helps set an upbeat tone for all future meetings between King Charles and Prince Harry.
