According to reports, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Highgrove House on July 10, where they were joined by their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, for a private family meeting with King Charles and Queen Camilla.
The gathering was said to have been arranged in complete secrecy, with details kept away from the public until later.
Royal commentator Renae Smith believes Harry and Meghan should avoid discussing the meeting in any public setting if they truly hope to strengthen family ties.
Speaking to The Express, Smith suggested that King Charles and Queen Camilla likely wanted the reunion to remain private rather than become a topic of public conversation.
She acknowledged that people are naturally interested in stories about family reconciliation, especially when they involve the royal family. However, she stressed that her advice to the Sussexes would be straightforward—remain completely silent about what happened.
Smith encouraged the couple not to give interviews, make indirect references during podcasts, or reveal whether the atmosphere was friendly or uncomfortable. In her view, even subtle comments about private discussions could undermine the positive impact of the meeting.
She also emphasized that Harry and Meghan should not try to control the public narrative. Instead, she believes King Charles and Queen Camilla should decide whether anything about the reunion is shared.
According to Smith, once private family conversations become public, any goodwill created by the meeting could quickly fade. Keeping the details confidential, she argued, would demonstrate patience, respect, and a sincere commitment to repairing family relationships away from the spotlight.
The royal expert concluded that staying silent could send the strongest message of all, reflecting maturity and a genuine willingness to rebuild trust within the family through private actions rather than public statements.
