Monarch Deals Major Blow Following Duke’s Controversial Colombia Trip
Prince Harry is reportedly in deep pain after receiving a significant blow from his father, King Charles III, following his recent trip to Colombia. According to insiders, the Duke of Sussex is feeling the sting of exclusion as the royal family enjoys their summer retreat at Balmoral Castle—a place that holds poignant memories for Harry.
Harry has expressed a deep longing for the family gatherings at Balmoral, recalling in his memoir Spare how the Scottish castle symbolized happiness during his childhood. He fondly described Balmoral as "Paradise," where he spent carefree days fishing, shooting, and exploring the vast estate. One of his most cherished memories is from August 30, 1997, a golden summer day at Balmoral, just before his mother, Princess Diana, tragically passed away.
However, despite these nostalgic ties, the 75-year-old monarch has reportedly not extended an invitation to Harry, Meghan, and their children to join the royal family at Balmoral this year. This omission is seen as a clear message from King Charles, following what he perceives as Harry's ongoing efforts to support Meghan's narrative against the royal institution.
A source close to the couple has revealed that Harry is "heartbroken" by his father's latest rejection. While Harry maintains a public image of contentment with his life in Montecito, the insider suggests that the reality is quite different. For years, the Sussexes have been excluded from the royal family’s summer gatherings in the Scottish Highlands, and while Harry grew up visiting Balmoral, it is believed that Meghan has never set foot in the historic castle.
Balmoral Castle, a cherished royal residence since 1845, continues to be a beloved late-summer retreat for the family—one from which Harry now finds himself increasingly distant.
