Despite the significance of the visit, Harry, Meghan, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, did not meet with the King. Even more telling, insiders suggest the couple chose not to watch Charles’s congressional address—neither live nor afterward.
According to sources speaking to royal commentator Rob Shuter, this was not accidental. It was a conscious decision meant to convey a message. One insider explained that their silence spoke volumes, emphasizing that choosing not to engage was, in itself, a clear statement.
Reports indicate that communication between the two sides has completely stalled. There are said to be no phone calls, no messages, and no attempts to reconnect through indirect channels. One source described the situation as entirely “cold,” with no active relationship remaining.
This development comes despite previous reports suggesting that Prince Harry had been trying to repair ties with the royal family. However, insiders now believe that any progress that may have been made was undone following the couple’s recent trip to Australia. That visit reportedly reignited tensions within the palace and solidified positions on both sides.
According to those close to the situation, the Australia trip marked a turning point. From the palace’s perspective, it reinforced the belief that Harry and Meghan have fully stepped away from royal life. Meanwhile, the couple allegedly viewed it as confirmation that they no longer rely on the monarchy.
As a result, the divide between the two sides has grown even deeper. Sources suggest that Harry and Meghan no longer feel the need for royal approval, institutional backing, or family endorsement as they move forward with their lives.
One insider summed it up by saying the couple has no interest in looking back. In their view, they have moved beyond needing the King or the palace in any capacity.
Their decision not to watch King Charles’s speech, insiders insist, was intentional—not an oversight. It was a quiet but deliberate way of reinforcing their stance, where silence itself carried the message.
