This unexpected interaction between Harry and Princess Anne has sparked a lively debate in the British media, as people speculate about the reasons behind the Princess Royal's friendly demeanor towards her nephew. Prior to the coronation at Westminster Abbey, the two were observed engaging in conversation and sharing laughter.
Jennie Bond, a renowned royal expert, suggests that Princess Anne's amiable behavior towards Harry during the event was influenced by the setting. In an interview with OK! magazine, Bond expressed her belief that the Princess Royal may have been privately displeased and deeply angered by Harry's recent actions, such as the release of the Netflix documentary and his tell-all book, "Spare."
However, she emphasized that the coronation was not the appropriate time or place for discussing such matters openly.
Bond further commented that it was natural for Princess Anne to pause and have a friendly chat with her nephew, whom she has had a good relationship with over the years, rather than creating a public spectacle.
While Anne may have temporarily set aside her concerns, Bond speculated that she is likely still upset by the distress Harry caused his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, in her final years.
Additionally, the expert noted that Anne, known for her diligent work ethic, would be disheartened by the damage Harry's actions have inflicted upon the reputation of the royal family.
It is worth mentioning that Princess Anne is often referred to as the "hardest working royal," a distinction attributed to the significant number of royal engagements she undertakes each year, as reported by express.co.uk.
