On his recent visit to the United Kingdom, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, took one particularly poignant solo trip to honor Queen Elizabeth II. He couldn’t have possibly known how appropriate this visceral moment would be on the third anniversary of her death. He visited her tomb at Windsor Castle, reflecting on his familial ties and the legacy of the late monarch, who held a significant role in his life.
Photo by Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images On September 8, 2025, Prince Harry at the WellChild Awards 2025 at Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The gala highlighted the perseverance and accomplishments of exceptional youth living with complex medical conditions. In his teen boy play, he had the young man portray his relationship with his brother with pantomime. The two had a charming exchange when he responded to the prompt, “Tell me about your brother,” with the adorable answer that his little brother drives him insane. Harry’s fearless, brilliant ability to connect with anyone propelled us through this candid, raw exchange. Simultaneously, he had to walk the tightrope of his own family dynamic.
Besides attending the awards ceremony, Prince Harry spent time with young people from other organizations including his Royal Foundation’s Initiative, StreetGames, and OnPurpose+, while in Nottingham, England. He made a personal commitment to donate to begin addressing the current crisis with plans to protect young people from violence. This commitment further highlights his deep and continued commitment to philanthropy, even as he has moved full-time to California to be with his family.
Prince Harry and his team back in July successfully persuaded the spokesman for King Charles III to retract. During the king’s long struggle with cancer, he was in no doubt about his wish to repair relations with his father. Prince Harry’s last in-person encounter with King Charles III was February 2024 at Sandringham. This meeting illuminates the persistent strife in the royal family and Harry’s attempts to mend fences.
Prince Harry very publicly and intentionally maneuvers through his newfound family. Though withdrawing from royal duties, he continues to be committed to his charitable initiatives. He further engages with his past by interpreting his recent experiences. Alongside this, he fights tooth and nail to develop an identity of his own outside of the royal mold.
