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Duke and Duchess of Sussex Excluded from Royal Balcony Appearance

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Duke and Duchess of Sussex Excluded from Royal Balcony Appearance

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex might not be gracing the balcony of Buckingham Palace during ' coronation ceremony.

Reports indicate that has made the decision to exclude and from the balcony appearance, citing their non-working royal status.

Although and have received an invitation to attend King Charles' coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey on May 6th, their role as non-working members of the royal family suggests they will not have a formal role in the ceremony.

Plans for the official coronation procession do not include the couple, but a source close to them has revealed that they have requested to be part of the balcony appearance following the procession.

The insider shared with The Mirror that after the king's coronation at Westminster Abbey, a procession will lead to Buckingham Palace.

Once at the palace, King Charles is expected to appear on the balcony to acknowledge the crowds and other royal family members along with their children.

It is at this point that Harry and Meghan have expressed their desire to be included.

The couple's attendance remains unconfirmed, sparking a debate over whether they should participate in the balcony appearance.

GB News presenter Nigel Farage has voiced his opinion, stating that the balcony is reserved for working and engaged royals who actively contribute to charitable causes and royal functions, a criteria he believes Prince Harry and Meghan do not meet.

Harry and Meghan have previously been excluded from similar events, including last June's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

Since stepping back from their royal duties, the couple has ventured into independent careers in California, where they have established various projects such as a production company and a charity organization.

The upcoming coronation ceremony of King Charles is anticipated to be a significant moment in British monarchy history, drawing global attention.

The ceremony, set to take place at Westminster Abbey, will witness King Charles taking his oath before the Archbishop of Canterbury, followed by a procession to Buckingham Palace where the balcony appearance traditionally occurs.

As discussions persist regarding the potential inclusion of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in the balcony appearance, many are eagerly awaiting the historic and memorable occasion.

Regardless of Harry and Meghan's attendance, the coronation ceremony is poised to be a momentous event for the British monarchy and the world at large.

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Should Harry and Meghan be part of the balcony appearance at the coronation?

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Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding story.

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