Princess Lilibet celebrated her third birthday on Tuesday, marking the special occasion with a birthday bash hosted by her parents, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, over the weekend. While celebrities like Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom reportedly attended the party, notable by their absence were members of the royal family.
According to royal author Tom Quinn, the Sussexes did not extend invitations to the royal family for the celebration, a move that raised eyebrows and prompted speculation about the state of relations between the couple and the royal household. Relationship expert Louella Alderson weighed in on the matter, suggesting that the decision to exclude the royal family from the celebration could indicate unresolved tensions or distance between the parties involved.
In an exclusive interview with The Mirror, Alderson remarked, "Given the tensions between the Royal Family and Harry and Meghan, it's not surprising that they chose to celebrate Princess Lilibet's birthday privately with their own close circle of friends and family." She suggested that Harry and Meghan might have opted for a more intimate gathering to avoid potential drama and interference.
Louella Alderson's analysis echoes sentiments expressed by Tom Quinn, who previously disclosed details about Lilibet's party. He noted that the weekend preceding Lilibet's birthday saw a gathering at Harry and Meghan's California mansion, with notable guests including Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom, and their daughter Daisy.
The absence of royal family members at Lilibet's celebration coincides with reports of Harry's potential feelings of sadness as his royal relatives gathered for events commemorating D-Day. As this year marks the 80th anniversary of the pivotal moment in World War II, significant royal presences are expected at military commemorations. King Charles, accompanied by his son Prince William, participated in the UK's national commemorative event in Portsmouth before they traveled to France for further events on Thursday.
