Grant Harrold, former butler to King Charles III, opened up to The New York Post about Meghan Markle’s possible reasons for staying in California. “Meghan made the decision that it was best to stay home with the children, and maybe she feels that this is something Harry has got to do alone,” Harrold explained. “It’s his father. She’s aware of the close relationship and probably encouraged him to come over.” Harrold went on to say that the father-son duo likely took the opportunity to discuss future plans. “I’m sure at some point they will bring the grandchildren over, that might be part of what’s being discussed — an opportunity for them to come over as a family,” he added.
While Harry has had an up-and-down relationship with Charles, he shared loving recollections of his dad in his memoir, “Spare,” via Town & Country. In a 2023 interview with “60 Minutes,” the Duke of Sussex also expressed a desire to repair relations with the Windsors. “That’s all I’ve ever asked for,” he said. Meanwhile, Meghan — who has a difficult relationship with her own father — is believed to have a soft spot for Charles. Charles walked her down the aisle in her 2018 wedding, and the two have kept in touch ever since. “There is more warmth between Harry and Meghan and Charles than other family members, and that has grown since they’ve left the country,” royal expert Omie Scobie told The Mirror.