Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were sworn to secrecy by King Charles, who insisted that nothing about their private reunion be leaked, according to reports. The King would only allow his aides to confirm the meeting with the Sussexes had taken place after Harry left Highgrove House, Vanity Fair reported.
A source told the publication that a time was agreed for the Sussexes to visit Highgrove last Friday afternoon, adding: "It was uncharacteristically last-minute for the King. Everyone was sworn to secrecy so that the meeting could remain private."
Queen Camilla Joined for Moral Support
Queen Camilla drove to Highgrove to join the King "in quite a hurry" as Charles wanted her by his side for moral support, according to Vanity Fair. It emerged last Friday night that the King had reunited with Harry, Meghan, and his grandchildren, Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five. They last saw their grandfather in person during Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022.
Details of the Reunion
The meeting took place at Highgrove House, the King's private residence in Gloucestershire. The King's insistence on secrecy underscores the delicate nature of the relationship between the monarch and the Sussexes, who have been based in the United States since stepping back from royal duties in 2020.
A source close to the King said: "His Majesty was determined that this family reunion should remain private, away from the media spotlight. He wanted to focus on reconnecting with his son and daughter-in-law without any external pressures."
