Prince Harry is expected to observe the second anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s death away from the royal family, reflecting on the loss of his grandmother from his home in Montecito. As a former working royal, Harry has faced increasing isolation from the Firm since his exit in 2020.
Queen Elizabeth, who passed on September 8, 2022, remains a revered figure in Britain, with the royal family coming together to honour her memory. However, former royal butler Paul Burrell revealed in a 2023 interview that Harry is unlikely to be included in private family commemorations. According to Burrell, the royal family has distanced themselves, "closing ranks" in response to Harry’s public criticisms.
Harry’s strained relationship with the family has been amplified by high-profile interviews and his memoir Spare, leading to hurt feelings among royal members. Burrell stated that Harry’s comments have left the family feeling that reconciliation may now be out of reach.
