Tensions between Prince William and Prince Harry have long been a topic of public interest. The brothers recently attended a family funeral at St Mary’s Church in Snettisham, Norfolk, for their uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes. However, they remained distant throughout the service, seated on opposite sides of the church. Despite being only five yards apart, the rift between them was evident.
Funeral Tensions: An Unresolved Feud
The gathering at St Mary’s Church has fueled hopes among royal observers that the shared grief over their uncle’s death might bring the brothers closer. Unfortunately, no reconciliation occurred during the event. According to an eyewitness account, while Harry was seen leaving the church in a black Range Rover, no direct interaction between the two brothers was noted.
A Possible Olive Branch?
Despite the ongoing tension, royal expert claims suggest that Prince William may reach out to Harry once again, extending an olive branch as he did following Queen Elizabeth II’s death in 2022. At that time, William reportedly sent Harry a last-minute text, inviting him and Meghan Markle to join him and Kate Middleton for a walkabout at Windsor Castle.
This gesture came as a surprise to many, as it wasn’t coordinated by their father, King Charles III. Instead, William made the personal decision to reunite with his brother during the mourning period.
A Temporary Truce After the Queen’s Passing
Following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing in September 2022, William and Harry, along with their wives, walked side by side in Windsor, greeting well-wishers and accepting tributes from the public. The walkabout was seen as a temporary ceasefire in their ongoing feud, with many hoping that it would lead to a more permanent reconciliation. However, the peace was short-lived, and the distance between the brothers soon returned.
What’s Next for William and Harry?
With their latest family reunion, royal watchers are once again speculating whether William will extend another olive branch. Time will tell if the brothers can put their differences aside and find common ground in the face of personal loss.