The relationship between Princes William and Harry has been complicated for years, but now something has reconnected them: the king's health. For weeks, rumors about Charles have continued to grow. His physical condition is more delicate, and those around him know it well, so much so that Prince William has confessed the reality to Prince Harry.
According to sources close to Buckingham Palace, Prince William decided to set aside family issues and contact his younger brother directly. The decision came after doctors' diagnosis predicted the worst possible outcome for Charles III.
Prince William confesses the truth to Prince Harry
For over a year, Prince William has been living a true ordeal at Buckingham Palace. His father's health keeps the entire institution on edge, and the distance with Prince Harry doesn't help him bear the burden. Especially after learning the doctors' diagnosis, who have given the king an ultimatum.
In this context, William couldn't take it anymore and decided to confess the whole truth to his younger brother. He did so through a phone call that, according to sources close to the family, was brief but revealing. "Dad is dying, if you want to see him alive, it's now or never," was the content of his message.
Harry, from California, received the news with surprise, although he suspected something was happening, he didn't expect the situation to be as serious as he was told. William wanted to be clear: Charles III's health has become fragile, and he might not have as much time left as everyone initially expected.
Despite the distance, Kate Middleton's husband believed it was appropriate for Harry to find out from him. He didn't want the media or third parties to tell him, which is why he decided to pick up the phone. The Prince of Wales expressed that this news wasn't just a warning, but an opportunity for Harry to act before it's too late.
Although their differences remain, William set aside his pride and thought more as a brother and concerned son than as the future heir to the British throne.
Prince William finally calls Prince Harry
The United Kingdom could be facing the last year of Charles III's life. That's how blunt the king's doctors have been if, from now on, the treatment doesn't work. The situation couldn't be more delicate for the Royal Family, who are facing the possible outcome more separated than ever.
Prince Harry continues to undermine reconciliation from California through controversial interviews and statements. Meanwhile, in England, they try to weather the storm by showing themselves more united than ever amid the king's delicate situation.
Charles III has been fulfilling some royal duties, but privately his physical condition has become more unstable. He has tried to keep a calm image in public, although behind the scenes the family knows things aren't going well.
In the conversation, William didn't apologize or expect a reconciliation. He only wanted Prince Harry to be aware of everything and to be able to act before it's too late.
Everything indicates that the king's medical situation is more serious than has been publicly conveyed so far. Amid the media chaos, the conversation between brothers has opened a door to empathy, at least while they face this very difficult moment together.
Only time will tell if Prince William's effort pays off and, finally, both brothers manage to make peace.