Prince Harry’s close relationship with his uncle, Charles Spencer, is reportedly creating discomfort within the royal family. According to a new report, King Charles and Prince William feel uneasy about the Duke of Sussex’s return to the U.K. Specifically, the royal family harbors growing concerns over his strengthening alliance with Princess Diana’s relatives. The reported tension comes as Spencer’s new memoir continues to generate headlines over its claims about the monarchy.
Prince Harry’s alliance with Charles Spencer is not sitting well with King Charles and Prince William, per source
According to the National Examiner, Prince Harry has leaned heavily on Earl Charles Spencer since returning to Britain with Meghan Markle and their children. An insider claimed the Duke has found consistent support from his late mother Princess Diana’s family throughout his life.
“For Harry, though, it makes perfect sense because his mother’s side of the family have all been nothing but warm and loving to him his entire life,” the source said. “They’ve always tried to protect him.”
The insider added that Harry remains especially close to Spencer, as well as Diana’s sisters, Lady Jane Fellowes and Lady Sarah McCorquodale. According to the report, Harry’s strained relationship with Charles and William has only strengthened those family ties.
“They have made him and his wife and children feel like they do have family in England during the lowest moments with his father and brother,” the source claimed.
The report also alleged Spencer turned to Harry after four advance copies of his memoir, “Swan Song: Diana, My Sister,” were stolen before publication. “Harry was one of the first people Charles called when his book was stolen,” the insider said. “They rely on each other in a very father-son way at times.”
The source further claimed Harry appreciates that his family is always welcome at Althorp, Spencer’s family estate. They also alleged discussions have taken place about future charity work together and even a possible collaboration connected to Meghan’s brand.
According to the insider, those reported plans are making Charles and William “very uncomfortable.” “There’s so much bad blood with Diana’s side of the family,” the source claimed. “It feels like Harry is siding with the enemy. Only the Lord knows what they’re planning together, but the king is bracing for the worst.”
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