Will the Royal Family Spend Christmas with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Amid Tensions with Prince William?

There is still no official confirmation on whether Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will attend the royal familys Christmas at Sandringham, but reports suggest their presence is unlikely. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not spent a Christmas in the U.K. since 2018, instead celebrating in California for the past five years.

One factor influencing their absence is the ongoing tension between Prince Harry and his brother, Prince William, who is expected to be at Sandringham this year. While it remains uncertain if the Sussexes have been invited, their track record indicates they may once again prefer a quiet holiday in California with their children, Archie and Princess Lilibet.

In September, Harry met with his father, King Charles, at Clarence House, marking their first in-person meeting in 19 months since Harry traveled to the U.K. after learning of the Kings cancer diagnosis in February 2024. Despite this hopeful encounter, sources report that reconciliation has not progressed significantly.

Relations between Harry and Prince William continue to be strained. An insider noted concerns over whether trust could be restored, especially after Harry and Meghan attended Kris Jenners high-profile 70th birthday celebration. The source emphasized that their Hollywood-style appearances clash with traditional royal expectations, making a Sandringham invitation unlikely.

King Charles, however, is expected to uphold family traditions this Christmas. Despite ongoing health challenges due to cancer treatment, he plans to maintain customary celebrations, including his annual speech and attending church at St. Mary Magdalene with the family. An insider described this Christmas as particularly meaningful, suggesting it could be a special last Christmas for the King.

As for the Sussexes, they remain united despite public scrutiny. Sources highlight that any external drama does not cause conflict between them, with Harry and Meghan consistently supporting one another. Meghan has described outside commentary as just noise, although Harry is more affected by criticisms aimed at her.

Recently, Meghans Netflix holiday special, With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration, showcased the traditions she values, emphasizing the importance of spending time with loved ones and creating new family customs. She expressed hope that these new traditions will continue for years to come.

Author: Maya Henderson