Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have just received some information they didn't expect: Charles III wants them to attend his funeral. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex didn't expect this turn of events, but the British Royal Household itself confirms that it's true. The king has already started preparing his own funeral, and he knows exactly what role he wants Harry and Meghan to have during the ceremony.
Charles wants his son Harry to walk alongside William in the funeral procession, as a symbol of brotherhood, family respect, and continuity before the people. In addition, Meghan and their children, Archie and Lilibet, are also invited to the ceremony.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle receive unexpected news
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are closer than ever to signing a truce with the British Royal Family. Just when no one was betting on reconciliation, it was the king himself who encouraged a rapprochement. However, if things continue this way, Charles won't have the chance to see it even if he plays an active part in the rapprochement.
The reason? Harry and Meghan, against all odds, have just learned that they're invited to Charles III's funeral. As is tradition at Buckingham, the king is already preparing his funeral in what's called Operation London Bridge. Among the preparations, Charles has decided that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will take part in the burial, giving them a decisive role in it.
Specifically, the king wants Prince Harry to walk alongside his brother William in the funeral procession. As for Meghan, she'll also have a prominent role in the rituals. The former actress will take part in the vigil alongside other members of the royal family in Westminster Hall.
The king has requested that she be present at key moments, showing respect, institutional presence, and a public image of harmony with the monarchy. Even little Archie and Lilibet are included in the plans, with a presence both at the main funeral and at the final burial in Windsor.
The idea of including the grandchildren is part of his vision of a modern monarchy: to show united generations and send an emotional message to the country. No one expected the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to be invited to the funeral, much less that they're destined to play a leading role. However, the British Royal Household has confirmed it, clearing up all doubts.
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There's a clear objective in Charles's desire for Harry and Meghan to take part in his funeral. Although family relationships go through ups and downs, the monarch seeks to mend broken ties and send a message of unity to the entire United Kingdom. The goal is to use his funeral as an opportunity to show a united family, leaving behind years of public tensions and explosive interviews.
In the funeral march, Charles doesn't want distance or cold gestures between his two sons. The plan is for both to walk side by side from Westminster to the gardens of Buckingham Palace.
Although the king is still in good health, these kinds of preparations are made years in advance, in coordination with the government and the military. Every detail has been considered: protocol, security, logistics, tradition, and the individual roles of each royal member. That's why the presence of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has come to light.
Charles doesn't want exclusions or misunderstandings, he wants to make everything clear, and ensure that this moment reflects reconciliation and an emotional legacy between generations. Meghan's presence is a way to heal wounds, making it clear that, despite the differences, she's still part of the Royal Family.
Harry's figure carries emotional weight, because despite the disagreements, he's still his son and he wants to say goodbye with him walking by his side. They say the king wants to show with actions that the Sussexes aren't excluded, and that the family's door remains open to them.