Prince Harry updates — Duke & Meghan reflect on Canada trip after bombshell interview as William speaks on Gaza conflict
PRINCE Harry and Meghan Markle said they were grateful for their time in Canada last week as they marked one year to go before next year’s winter Invictus games.
Speaking to People following Harry’s bombshell TV interview earlier in the week, the couple said: “We loved being back in Canada, a place so meaningful to both of us. It was an honour to be welcomed by the Four Host First Nations, as we marked One Year To Go, together with Invictus coaches, competitors and families.”
The Sussexes said their visit to Canada, where they once considered moving to, “filled their hearts.”
It comes as Prince William spoke out about the Isreal-Gaza conflict, saying “too many have been killed” and called for “an end to the fighting as soon as possible."
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Prince William sees boost in popularity, expert claims
Prince William has seen a boost in his popularity as the public looks to him over his younger brother, a royal author has claimed.
Despite reducing his duties, royal author Ingrid Seward claims Prince William is going from strength to strength,
She told Fabulous: “It used to be all about Harry. Now William’s popularity is growing while Harry’s is diminishing.
“His star power is still ascending and will continue to do so.”
Leave your well wishes for King Charles
You can send King Charles your well wishes following his cancer diagnosis.
The monarch, 75, returned to London alongside Queen Camilla this week to receive further treatment.
Harry would have to 'give up royal titles' if he became an American citizen
Speaking to Good Morning America on Friday, Prince Harry revealed he had "considered" adopting his wife's nationality.
But becoming a US citizen would see him give up any royal titles, experts have warned.
Royal author Phil Dampier said: “This is another indication Harry sees his future in America.
"It’s almost as if they are trying to become quasi-American royalty.”
When did King Charles marry Queen Camilla?
King Charles and Queen Camilla’s highly-publicised romance began at a party.
They were introduced in 1971 by Charles’ college girlfriend Lucia Santa Cruz and quickly bonded over their love of polo.
They started dating almost straight away and attended a number of polo matches together.
However, when King Charles left for the Royal Navy they split up, and Camilla got engaged to Army officer Andrew Parker Bowles.
Camilla and Andrew tied the knot in 1973, and they had two children together, Tom Parker Bowles and Laura Lopes.
Their love didn’t last and they divorced in 1995, with Camilla going on to marry King Charles in a civil ceremony in 2005.
Prince Harry blocked from longer visit by palace aids
Prince Harry's UK visit was cut short by palace aids, it has been reported.
The Sun on Sunday can reveal Harry, 39, planned for a long heart-to-heart with his dad when he flew to the UK earlier this month.
He had even hoped to join the King — recuperating from cancer treatment — for a few days at Sandringham.
Palace aids blocked Harry's attempts, however, expressing concern over how long the Duke might end up staying.
Prince Harry NOT seeking a royal return, source claims
A source close to the Sussexed has dismissed claims Prince Harry could be seeking a return to royal duties.
They said: “Do I think if he was asked by his family to help, he would? I can’t imagine he wouldn’t try.
"Do I think he’d offer on his own? No.”
Duke and Duchess bought Sussex website domain name from Brit just weeks ago
Following the launch of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's new website, it has been revealed the couple purchased its domain name from a British businessman just two weeks ago.
The Sussexes paid an undisclosed fee to US-based Neil Agate without arguing the price, the Sun on Sunday has revealed.
Sussex-born Neil created the unique name in 1995 — and held on to it until just two weeks ago.
Prince Harry ‘willing to be a working royal again’
Royal insiders have now claimed the prince would be willing to step back into The Firm to offer a helping hand while the King recovers.
They said the monarch also thought such a move would “benefit the institution”.
Harry and Meghan stepped down as working royals in 2020, before they shifted to the US and started their lives over there.
The conversations around Harry stepping back up are said to have happened since the King’s diagnosis.
Prince Harry spoke on King Charles' health
Harry spoke about King Charles who is bravely battling cancer.
The Duke said: "I spoke to him. I jumped on a plane and went to go and see him as soon as I could.
"I love my family. The fact I was able to get on a plane and see him and spend any time with him - I'm grateful for that."
'I get a lot of energy just from being around these guys'
Prince Harry told Will Reeve on Good Morning America that you "never leave the military community".
Harry said: "Once you leave the military from a uniform standpoint, you never leave the community and to have the games every other year but then also to be able to do a one year to go event as well, is literally my annual fix.
"To be amongst this community and have a laugh, have fun, no matter which nation they're from, the banter is the same.
"I get a lot of energy just from being around these guys."
Harry and Meghan were previously slammed this week
Harry and Meghan were this week slammed for launching a new rebranded website - using their royal titles and crest - amid the monarch's health woes.
Last night, the couple issued a defiant message in response to fierce criticism for their rebrand, saying they "will not be broken".
Archie and Lilibet have 'incredible sense of humour'
Asked "How's Harry the dad?", he jokingly replied: "I can't tell you that, that's classified. That's top secret.
"The kids are doing great, they are growing up incredibly fast.
"They have got an incredible sense of humour and make us laugh and keep us grounded every single day like most kids do.
"I am just very grateful to be a dad."
Prince Harry ‘grateful’ for UK visit
Prince Harry has said he is grateful to be able to see his father following the King’s cancer diagnosis.
“Look I love my family,” he told Good Morning America.
“The fact that I was able to get on a plane and go and see him and spend any time with him, I’m grateful for that.”
Prince Harry will try and see royals 'as much as he can'
The Duke of Sussex revealed he will make an effort to his family "as much as he can."
Harry told Good Morning America he would "stop and see family as much as I can" following King Charles' cancer diagnosis.
Prince Harry said that he had other trips and plans that would take him to the UK.
'I love my family'
Prince Harry insisted he loves the Royal Family in Firday's interview.
Harry said: "I love my family.
"The fact I was able to get on a plane and see him and spend any time with him - I'm grateful for that."
Royal author claims ‘Princess Diana would NOT have liked Meghan
A royal author has claimed that Princess Diana would not have liked Meghan Markle as the duchess likes things “her own way.”
Royal editor Ingrid Seward exclusively told The Sun's Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson that it would be “difficult for any mother-in-law” to like the “powerful” Duchess of Sussex.
‘The kids are doing great’
Prince Harry said his two children are “doing great” in Firday's bombshell GMA interview.
“The kids are doing great, they are growing up incredibly fast,” he said.
“They have got an incredible sense of humour and make us laugh and keep us grounded every single day like most kids do.
“I am just very grateful to be a dad.”
Prince Harry’s bombshell interview with Tom Bradby
Prince Harry’s last bombshell interview came when he sat down with Tom Bradby last year.
The Duke of Sussex spoke with the ITV journalist ahead of the release of his tell-all memoir Spare.
Bradby asked Harry about his bombshell claim that he and William once got into a physical fight over Meghan.
Harry claimed that William “grabbed me by the collar, ripping my necklace and knocked me to the floor”.
He also hit back at claims that he launched a scathing attack on Queen Consort Camilla when they were introduced.
Harry revealed that he said he only cried once after his mother died – and it was at her burial.
‘I have considered it’
Prince Harry has confirmed he has “considered” becoming a US citizen during his interview with Good Morning America.
Harry, who lives in California with his wife and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, jetted to the UK last week to see the King.
He had flown thousands of miles from his California home to be at the King‘s side – but only met with his dad for 30 minutes.
Leave your well wishes for King Charles
You can send King Charles your well wishes following his cancer diagnosis.
The monarch, 75, returned to London alongside Queen Camilla this week to receive further treatment.
King Charles receiving ‘pioneering’ treatment
King Charles is said to be receiving the best possible treatment following his cancer diagnosis.
His Majesty’s treatment has been described as “pioneering” and will see him regularly return to London for care.
Palace sources say he wanted to be open about his condition to “prevent speculation” and “assist public understanding” about cancer.
Opinions divided as Harry and Meghan use royal titles for latest rebrand
Opinions are divided after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle used their royal titles and coat of arms for a new online rebrand.
Some have claimed the pair should be blocked from using the titles following their exit from the firm in 2020 and slammed the couple for triggering more “stress” for King Charles.
Angela Levin told The Sun: “They did this sort of thing before when they went ahead with their Oprah interview while Prince Philip was dying in hospital.
“I don’t think it’s a coincidence. It’s their way of trying to crush the royal family down. Of course this is going to trigger more stress for Charles and William.”
Conversely, a source close to the Sussexes has defended the move.
The source said: “Prince Harry and Meghan are the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. That is a fact. It is their surname and family name.”
Prince William WILL attend Baftas as he steps up to help King
The Prince of Wales will be a guest at the film awards ceremony on Sunday evening, it is understood.
He is bearing the brunt of Charles’s duties after the monarch postponed his return to work after his cancer diagnosis.
William had cleared his diary to care for his wife Kate and their three children after she underwent abdominal surgery last month.
All other working members of the Royal Family are understood to be continuing with public engagements in the King’s absence.
Podcast brand ‘beyond honoured’ to be working with Meghan Markle
Lemonada Media has said it is beyond honoured to be working with Meghan Markle.
The company will help produce Meghan’s next podcast project as well as redistribute her old show Archetypes.
CEO Jessica Cordova Kramer said: “We are beyond honoured that Meghan has trusted us to help democratise access to Archetypes, and that so many more people around the world will have access to the series soon.
“Meghan’s talent as host, creator and conversationalist is unparalleled and we are thrilled to co-create a new series with her that fosters her approach to creating art that matters.”
“As we’ve started development with The Duchess of Sussex, we are blown away by her collaborative spirit and clear vision, along with her deep desire to build compassion and community through this work,” Lemonada’s chief creative officer Stephanie Wittels Wachs added.
Prince Harry 'willing to be a working royal again'
Royal insiders have now claimed the prince would be willing to step back into The Firm to offer a helping hand while the King recovers.
They said the monarch also thought such a move would “benefit the institution”.
Harry and Meghan stepped down as working royals in 2020, before they shifted to the US and started their lives over there.
The conversations around Harry stepping back up are said to have happened since the King's diagnosis.