Prince Harry met King Charles on September 10 at Clarence House for an emotional reunion after 19 months apart.
Published: Sept. 27, 2025, 3:45 p.m. ET
Prince Harry recently met with his father, King Charles, in what insiders are describing as a solemn yet heartfelt exchange.
This 53-minute meeting on September 10 at Clarence House was their first face-to-face encounter in 19 months. Although it lacked the elements of a complete reconciliation, the meeting was marked by several warm and significant moments, according to reports from RadarOnline.com.
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The Reunion
The encounter was described as ‘distinctly formal’ yet deeply personal.
Sources indicate that Prince Harry arrived promptly at 5:22 p.m., greeted by King Charles with cheek kisses before heading inside for tea. During this encounter, Harry gifted his father a framed photo of his family, which includes wife Meghan Markle and their two children, Archie, aged 6, and Lilibet, aged 4. In a reciprocal gesture, the King presented Harry with an early birthday gift ahead of his September 15 milestone. By 6:14 p.m., Harry had left for a reception associated with the Invictus Games.
Despite the amicable vibe, Harry reportedly felt “more like an official visitor” than a family member during the structured meeting. However, royal aides conveyed the notion that “the King’s door remains open for future visits over a cup of tea whenever Harry returns to London.”
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No Desire to Return
During the meeting, Harry felt more like an ‘official visitor’ than a family member.
Palace insiders affirmed that King Charles intends to follow the Sandringham Agreement, established when Harry left his royal responsibilities in 2020, thereby dismissing any notions of a “half-in, half-out” arrangement. One insider commented, “The King is a forgiving person but has reiterated his late mother’s position that there cannot be members of the royal family who are half-in, half-out.”
However, Harry reportedly has no intention of returning to an official capacity. A spokesperson explained that “this trip was focused on his philanthropic work and spending time with his family and friends.”
Rumors suggesting that Harry aims to disrupt the relationship between Prince William and King Charles were firmly denied, with a representative stating, “Categorically not. Harry is not attempting to create a rift between the Prince of Wales and the King.”
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Harry was ‘Emotional’
Harry presented Charles with a family photo including Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet.
According to one insider, the reunion was prompted by “a handwritten letter” Harry sent to King Charles, expressing his wish to reconnect. Sources indicated that the meeting began with “hugs and tears,” and a prolonged hug marked their initial greeting. A source conveyed, “Harry became emotional; there were tears from both sides, as they missed one another profoundly.”
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Royal aides maintain that ‘the King’s door remains open’ for future visits and reconnecting.
Since their move to Montecito, California, in 2020, Harry and Meghan have added to their family with two children, who have not spent time with their grandfather since the late Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee in June 2022. During the reunion, Harry reportedly shared videos of Archie and Lilibet with his father.
Harry also took the time to pay his respects at Queen Elizabeth II’s resting place during his trip. In discussions afterward, Harry expressed that his father was doing “great,” especially after King Charles was diagnosed with cancer in 2024. He noted, “He’s thrilled to be back in the UK, reconnecting with old friends and colleagues, while also supporting meaningful causes.”
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