Queen Camilla is thought to have been present at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reunion with King Charles for one major reason: to support her husband, according to royal experts. The couple met with Their Majesties for just one hour at Highgrove House in Gloucestershire, with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, also present for the meeting with their paternal grandfather.
Meeting Details and Attendees
Harry had travelled to the UK earlier that week for work commitments, including the one-year countdown event for the 2027 Invictus Games. Meghan travelled with Archie and Lilibet on July 10, marking their first visit to the UK since 2022. Just hours after Meghan and the children joined Harry in Britain, the family travelled to Highgrove House for the meeting with the King and Queen. No further details have been released, with pictures and what was discussed not shared publicly.
Expert Analysis on Camilla's Presence
Speaking on the latest episode of The Times' The Royals podcast, royal expert Kate Mansey said: "You know, you talk about Meghan being there to support Harry, it feels like Camilla is very much there to support the King." Royal editor Roya Nikkhah added: "There's no way that she is going to let that meeting happen without her." To which Kate replied: "Well, no, because what if something is said and then [another 'recollections may vary' situation happens]."
Background and Significance
Earlier this week, sources close to the Sussexes spoke to Vanity Fair and shared a glimpse into the private meeting, saying it lasted for about an hour and that it was "completely cloak-and-dagger, orchestrated by the King." Queen Camilla is celebrating her 79th birthday today, marking the day with the release of a new picture and a major announcement. The reunion was a significant moment for the family, as it was the first time Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet had been in the UK since 2022.
