Harry’s relationship with his older brother, Prince William, 41, has also drawn intense attention, with insiders noting a growing distance since the Sussexes stepped back from royal duties. Their mother, Princess Diana, died in a car crash in 1997, when Harry was just 12 and William 15. Andrew Morton, Diana’s late biographer, described their bond as “incredibly intimate,” yet sources say William now “doesn’t even recognize” his younger brother. Even though Harry hopes for reconciliation, insiders admit it’s increasingly difficult.
The Colonel-in-Chief controversy
During a recent trip to the UK, Harry was reportedly told by a spokesperson that he would not be able to meet his father, citing the King’s “full programme.” He also declined an offer of a royal residence during his visit. These developments coincided with King Charles announcing that Prince William would become the new Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps—a post many expected would go to Harry.