Sources close to Buckingham Palace have indicated that Prince Harry may not have been informed about King Charles’ prostate diagnosis until it was publicly disclosed. The revelation came as part of the Palace’s attempt to inform the Royal family about the King’s illness, which included reaching out to Prince Harry.
The public announcement occurred in the early morning in California, where Prince Harry resides. It is suggested that he might have learned about the diagnosis through news alerts rather than directly from the Palace, with sources attributing this communication gap to a timing discrepancy.
This incident echoes a previous communication lapse within the Royal family, as noted by The Telegraph. In September 2022, Prince Harry was reportedly unaware of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing until he received a news alert while flying to Scotland. In both instances, the Palace purportedly made efforts to notify him.
Both the Palace and a spokesperson for the Sussexes have chosen not to comment on this matter, maintaining a discreet approach. The Telegraph suggests that this discretion is likely aimed at preserving familial harmony and preventing any escalation of tensions.
King Charles recently discovered he had an enlarged prostate following a check-up earlier in the week. The Palace promptly announced the diagnosis, necessitating the cancellation of the King’s plans for the next few days. He is expected to undergo treatment at the hospital next week.