A Personal Note from Harry to Kate Brings Hope for Family Unity
Prince Harry has made a proactive effort to mend his relationship with his sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, and his brother, Prince William, amid an ongoing family crisis. The Duke of Sussex sent a personal note to the Duchess of Cambridge following her attendance at the men's finals at Wimbledon earlier this month, signaling his desire to heal their estrangement.
A source told Heat magazine that Harry was encouraged to see Kate looking healthy and happy at Wimbledon. "Harry was watching Wimbledon and was thrilled to see Kate looking so radiant. He sent her a note to congratulate her and let her know how happy he was to see her out. He's just so grateful that she's on the mend and able to get back to her duties after taking time off – as is Meghan," the insider explained.
The source added that Harry sees this as an optimal moment to attempt to repair the relationships within the family. Despite the discomfort of their current situation, he and Meghan are eager to resolve their issues. "Even though it's an awkward situation for all of them, they both think the sooner they can put this all behind them, the better," said the source.
Harry reportedly regrets how far the estrangement has gone and had hoped for reconciliation sooner. He is determined to resolve their differences, particularly with his 40th birthday approaching in September.
Another source indicated that Kate is relieved to understand Harry's feelings more clearly now. This gesture of goodwill comes after a period of tension, marked by Harry and Meghan's public criticisms of the royal family, including their explosive Oprah interview, their Netflix series, and Harry's revealing memoir, Spare. This public discord has strained the relationships within the family.
Royal expert Jennie Bond shared on Times Radio that Prince William has largely distanced himself from the situation due to his own significant life pressures. "I think as far as William is concerned, Harry really doesn't exist. William has enough pressure on his heart and his head, with his wife [Princess of Wales] and her ongoing cancer treatment, and his father [King Charles], his job, and his kids that I don't think he's got any room in his soul to worry about his estranged brother... I think William has disowned Harry," Bond said.
