When Harry asked for permission to visit his grandmother's grave, Buckingham Palace kept him waiting, and he didn't hold out much hope for approval. However, at the last minute, he was granted permission for a private pilgrimage to the late Queen's resting place deep within the confines of St. George's Chapel in Windsor. The visit had to be private, as palace aides insisted.
While Harry nearly succeeded in keeping the visit under wraps, an eagle-eyed observer happened to be in the Windsor Castle grounds around midday on Friday and spotted the Prince. This observer swiftly took a photo and shared it on social media, making the private visit public knowledge.
It's important to note that the photo was not coincidentally taken by a member of the public; it was captured by a friend of Harry's. This has led to speculation that Buckingham Palace was testing Harry's commitment to keeping the visit private, and he seemingly failed this test by allowing the photo opportunity.
On the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death, the King and the Prince of Wales each marked the occasion with quiet reflection. King Charles and Queen Camilla attended a private memorial service in Aberdeenshire, while Prince William and Catherine joined a private church service at St. David's Cathedral in Wales. However, it's not believed that Harry, who visited London for the World Child Awards the previous night, met with other family members during his UK trip.
Harry's mention of the Queen during his speech at the Wild Child Awards in London has also drawn attention. He referred to his grandmother's passing, saying she would have wanted him to attend the event despite her absence. However, Lady Colin Campbell, an author and commentator, expressed skepticism about Harry's words, suggesting that Queen Elizabeth II would not be looking down on him with delight but with horror at his recent actions.
Lady Colin Campbell believes that Harry's behavior, particularly his attempts to grab the spotlight, reflects poorly on him, and any claim of the Queen's approval is baseless. She also hinted at an upcoming announcement from the King, suggesting that Harry's actions might be an attempt to divert attention.
