Prince Harry Arrives at St. Paul's Cathedral for Invictus Games Anniversary
Prince Harry offers a heartfelt tribute to King Charles despite the monarch's decision not to meet with him during his highly anticipated visit to the UK.
Arriving at St. Paul's Cathedral, Harry exuded positivity as he made a solo appearance, adorned with his KCVO Neck Order and Star tonight.
The Duke of Sussex is in London to participate in a special celebration marking the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games. Despite the Royal Family's absence from the event, Harry honored his time within the monarchy with this special tribute.
The KCVO Neck Order and Star, symbols of service to the monarchy, were bestowed upon Harry as part of the Royal Victorian Order—a prestigious knighthood order. He was privately knighted by his grandmother, the Queen, in 2015 for his contributions to the monarchy.
In addition to the KCVO Neck Order and Star, Harry also possesses an Afghanistan Service Medal and medals commemorating the Golden, Diamond, and Platinum Jubilees. Notably, he wore his Afghanistan Service Medal and Jubilee medals while delivering a passionate video message from his Montecito home for the Military Times Service Members of The Year Awards in April, although he omitted the KCVO Neck Order and Star on that occasion.
Harry's decision to wear the medal tonight coincides with the announcement that King Charles will be too occupied to meet with his son during his UK visit.
In a statement issued by Harry's spokesperson, it was conveyed: "In light of numerous inquiries and ongoing speculation regarding whether the duke will convene with his father during his UK visit this week, unfortunately, it will not be feasible due to His Majesty's full schedule. The duke understands his father’s commitments and priorities and hopes for a meeting in the near future."
