King Charles III and Prince Harry chatting during the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Gallipoli event on April 25, 2015, in Gallipoli, Turkey | Source: Getty Images
The statement went on to explain, “The Duke of course is understanding of his father’s diary of commitments and various other priorities and hopes to see him soon.” According to a media outlet, King Charles III had a busy schedule because he had just returned to his public royal duties at the time.
King Charles III and Prince Harry ahead of the Committal Service for the late Queen Elizabeth II on September 19, 2022, in Windsor, England. | Source: Getty Images
The public reacted with shock and outrage to the news that Prince Harry and King Charles III did not see each other during this time, with many people expressing disappointment in the King. “That’s absolutely unforgivable, that a Dad can’t prioritize his son. King or not!!!” chastised a social media user.
King Charles III and Prince Harry attending a memorial service on April 24, 2015, in Gallipoli, Turkey. | Source: Getty Images
Similarly, someone else expressed, “Harry deserves better. Shame on #KingCharles. He treated #PrincessDiana terrible as well. #TheWholeWorldIsWatching.” “Shameful… but Prince Harry can sleep well at night. He has reached out numerous times,” commented another.
King Charles III and Prince Harry having a conversation during the the Opening Ceremony of the Invictus Games on September 10, 2014, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Someone else who felt particularly strongly about the matter stated, “Sadly, his father chooses his position over his family. His father has made it very clear where his love is. If he really wanted to see his son he would and could. This whole situation clearly shows that it is all about him and his ‘control over others.’”
