King Charles pictured during a royal garden party at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday, May 8
Prince Harry initially requested to stay in a royal residence during his brief UK trip, sparking speculation about a possible reunion with his father, King Charles III. However, reports indicate that despite the proximity to royal residences, Harry ultimately chose a hotel and did not see his father during his visit.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, pictured the same day as he left St Paul's Cathedral in London just a few miles away

Sources close to Harry claim he had notified his father in advance of his intent to meet, but sources within the King’s circles deny receiving any notification. Despite claims that Charles was too busy to meet Harry due to his full schedule, royal sources maintain that no request was received from Harry’s camp to see his father. The lack of a meeting surprised royal observers, who had anticipated a reunion between father and son. After his UK visit, Harry joined Meghan in Nigeria to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.

William, Harry, Meghan Markle and then-Prince Charles at Westminster Abbey in 2019. Harry has only seen his father a handful of times in recent years