Prince Harry is said to be experiencing feelings of loneliness as the Christmas season approaches, marking the sixth Christmas he will spend away from his family in the UK. With plans to remain in the United States, where he resides with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, Harry is reportedly torn about not celebrating with the Royal Family.
Former royal correspondent Emily Andrews spoke about Harry’s situation in Womenexplaining: “Prince Harry is interested in spending the Christmas holidays in the United Kingdom with his wife and children, but Meghan wants to stay in the United States.” This difference in holiday plans has made the season a challenging time for Harry, who, Andrews suggests, may be feeling “quite lonely and estranged from his relatives at Windsor”.
Meanwhile, preparations are underway for the traditional Royal Family gathering at Sandringham. According Andrew“All the royals will gather at Sandringham in December and I’m told all the cousins, including Eugenie, Beatrice, Zara and Peter Phillips, are looking forward to the fun.” The cousins’ close-knit festivities at Sandringham reflect a long tradition, adding to the bittersweet emotions Harry may feel at missing out on family celebrations.
Prince Harry’s departure from the Royal Family in 2020 was a pivotal moment. He and Meghan made the difficult decision to step away from their royal duties and move to California to establish a new life with their son, Archie. Her decision followed accusations that certain members of the Royal Family had shown discriminatory attitudes, particularly towards her son. The couple shared their complaints publicly, which further strained relations with the family. They have since welcomed their daughter, Lilibet, to California, where they are raising their children away from the royal spotlight.
The life of the Sussexes in California It has allowed them to pursue independent projects and focus on their family, but it has also put physical and emotional distance between Harry and the United Kingdom. Although Meghan is reportedly more inclined to stay in the United States for the holidays, Harry’s desire to reconnect with family traditions and spend Christmas in the United Kingdom reflects a long-standing bond with his heritage.
As Harry navigates his new life, the holiday highlights the complexities of his decision to leave the Royal Family, as well as the pull of tradition and family connections. As his cousins and other family members gather at Sandringham, Harry’s absence may feel especially pronounced, both for him and his extended family.
For now, Prince Harry’s Christmas will likely be spent in California with Meghan, Archie and Lilibet, balancing his own traditions with memories of family gatherings in the United Kingdom. As he reflects on his decisions and the relationships he left behind, the holiday season brings both the joy of his growing family and the poignant reminder of family bonds separated by distance and circumstance.
