The strain in the father-son relationship has intensified, particularly since Harry and Meghan's decision to step back as senior members of the royal family and relocate to California in 2020.
Despite Prince Harry's purported attempts to reconnect with the estranged royal family, Charles has reportedly been unwavering in his stance, as revealed by royal author Omid Scobie in his new book, "Endgame."
"It’s complex, but there’s increasing frustration from some of the wider circle of family members that Charles won’t just fix things for the sake of everyone," noted a royal source shared with Scobie, via Page Six.
In a bid to initiate progress, Harry, estranged from his brother Prince William, reportedly reached out to his father to wish him Merry Christmas in 2022. Described as an awkward conversation, it indicated Harry's acknowledgment that taking the first steps was crucial for any potential reconciliation.
"There were no raised voices, no arguments … but the King was cold and brief rather than open to any proper dialogue," revealed a friend of Harry.
Despite the ongoing rift, glimpses of a softened stance from King Charles emerged as he shared a 'warm' phone call with Prince Harry on his 75th birthday.
