dailyloe.com – A palace source has revealed Queen Elizabeth II’s perspective on the rift between her grandsons, Prince William and Prince Harry. The exclusive comments appear in this week’s PEOPLE cover story. The story examines the royal family ahead of what would have been the late Queen’s 100th birthday. Queen Elizabeth died on September 8, 2022.
The source close to the palace spoke to PEOPLE in the magazine’s latest issue. The source stated the Queen saw both princes even after their estrangement. She believed that you might have views, but you do not have sides. The source added that the Queen knew families are complicated.
Royal experts say the late Queen remained in communication with both grandsons. This communication continued even as the feud between them grew. The cover story addresses the ongoing six-year rift. It considers how the Queen might have offered support behind the scenes.
Ailsa Anderson, a former press secretary to the Queen, also commented. Anderson said the situation is very difficult. She stated the only two people who can mend this are themselves. The Queen could have been the convener, but they must take first steps.
The relationship between the brothers remains strained. Prince Harry is 41 years old and Prince William is 43. Their fraught relationship has lasted for several years. It has been widely reported the rupture began in 2016.
In 2016, William expressed concerns about Harry’s relationship with Meghan Markle. He was worried about how quickly it was moving. Harry later revealed complexities in his memoir titled Spare. The book described their relationship despite a public image of closeness.
Harry described William as his beloved brother and arch nemesis. He recounted instances marked by tension between them. A source also tells PEOPLE of gradual repair efforts. These efforts concern Harry’s relationship with his father, King Charles.
Harry and King Charles have been talking more since September 2025. Their reunion occurred in that month. The royal family misses their matriarch, Queen Elizabeth. Her 100th birthday would have been in late April.[]
Source: People.com
