Royal family’s potential silence on Duke of Sussex’s milestone sparks debate.
As Prince Harry celebrates his 40th birthday in California with Meghan Markle and their two children, speculation grows over whether King Charles will publicly acknowledge the Duke’s special day. Despite Harry’s heartfelt visit to his father earlier this year after learning of the King's cancer diagnosis, it appears unlikely that any royal family members will join the celebrations or send a public message.
Last year, Prince Harry's birthday passed without a social media tribute from the royal family. However, with the significance of his 40th birthday, some fans are hopeful that the Firm will make an exception. Others believe King Charles, out of respect for Harry's earlier visit following his cancer diagnosis, might mark the occasion in some way.
Still, a rule introduced by the late Queen Elizabeth II reserves social media birthday tributes for working royals and their children. Since Harry and Meghan stepped down from their roles, they no longer qualify for these tributes. The absence of a birthday message, especially given the public nature of the milestone, could be interpreted as a deeper snub amidst the ongoing tensions between Harry and the rest of the royal family.
