Princess Catherine ended 2024 with a heartfelt reflection, emphasizing the importance of love, empathy, and supporting one another during life’s most challenging moments. In a touching letter for her annual Christmas Carol Service, she shared these sentiments, setting a reflective tone for the new year.
As 2025 begins, it seems Catherine is staying true to her words. A source reveals she’s more determined than ever to reconcile with her brother-in-law, Prince Harry.
Today marks Princess Catherine’s 43rd birthday, sparking curiosity over whether the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will send their birthday wishes from across the Atlantic. As the Princess welcomes another year, she’ll undoubtedly receive heartfelt messages, cards, and gifts from her closest loved ones—especially from her husband, Prince William, and their three children.
Royal fans are likely anticipating an influx of sweet social media tributes, particularly from senior members of the royal family like King Charles and Queen Camilla. However, many are watching closely to see if the Sussexes, now based in the U.S., will break their recent pattern of silence.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have experienced a strained relationship with the royal family in recent years and have not publicly extended birthday wishes to Catherine in the past. Could this year be different?
Royal watchers have weighed in on the matter, with one remarking, *“I doubt the duo from Montecito will wish the Princess of Wales a happy birthday, but I don’t think it will bother Catherine in the slightest.”* Another added, *“No, Catherine wouldn’t want to hear a peep out of them. No fuss today.”*
The royal family’s official social media accounts typically send public birthday greetings only to senior royals. However, the King and Queen’s official account did extend birthday wishes to Prince Harry last year, even though he hasn’t been a working royal for five years. The King’s gesture, seen as an olive branch on Harry’s 40th birthday, was noteworthy. Meghan Markle, on the other hand, hasn’t received public birthday wishes from the royal family since 2019, the year before stepping down as a senior royal.
As an expert in royal history noted, *“The monarchy has always adapted to changing circumstances, but it does so on its own terms—not to appease former members seeking publicity.”*
The once-celebrated deals made by Harry and Meghan upon their move to California now appear to be faltering. As 2024 closed, reports emerged of challenges in maintaining their high-profile ventures, coinciding with significant developments within the royal family.
In contrast, Prince William has remained steadfast, preparing for his future role as King with dignity and grace. Sources suggest this transition might come sooner than expected.
King Charles, despite the challenges his family has faced, reportedly remains open to reconciliation. However, this window of opportunity may be closing. Royal insiders point out that time is running out for meaningful mending of relationships.
For Princess Catherine, the importance of family unity has taken on new urgency. With King Charles’s health reportedly declining, she feels the time for healing is now.
Catherine is said to be on a mission to bring Prince Harry back into the royal fold. While she hasn’t always seen eye to eye with her brother-in-law—especially after the critical remarks he made about her in his memoir, *Spare*—her perspective has shifted in light of recent challenges.
Having faced personal hardships, including the King’s health struggles and her own reflections on life’s fragility, Catherine has resolved to act decisively. She’s reportedly reached out to Harry, who has been receptive to her overtures.
Her ultimate goal is for Harry to return to Britain and reconcile with his father, King Charles. A source close to the Princess shared, *“Catherine doesn’t like waiting for things to happen anymore. She’s learned that life is too precious. She’s making every effort to bring the family back together.”*
As the new year unfolds, royal watchers will be keeping a close eye on whether Catherine’s efforts bear fruit—and whether this marks a turning point in the royal family’s relationships.
