Royal Christmas Tradition Continues Amid Uncertainty Over Harry and Meghan’s Inclusion

The Christmas season for the Royals has always been a cherished time for family gatherings, but this year there is uncertainty looming over whether Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will be part of the festivities.

As King Charles prepares to carry on the tradition of bringing the extended family together at Sandringham for Christmas, the absence of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex raises questions about their involvement in the celebration.

Former royal butler, Grant Harold, shed light on the potential reasons behind Harry and Meghan's exclusion from the royal family's Christmas tradition.

He emphasized the significance of Christmas as a time for the royal family to come together, echoing the sentiments of past monarchs like Prince Albert and Queen Elizabeth who valued unity and togetherness during the holiday season.

Despite the efforts made by the royal family to make Christmas a special time for bonding and enjoyment, the ongoing rift between the Sussexes and the rest of the royals seems to have created a divide that may keep Harry and Meghan in California during the festive period.

While King Charles is expected to continue the tradition he grew up with, the uncertainty surrounding the couple's participation casts a shadow over the upcoming celebrations.

Speculation had arisen earlier about a possible improvement in relations between the Sussexes and the royal family following a warm phone call exchanged for the King's 75th birthday in November.

However, the release of Omid Scobie's book, “Endgame,” has reignited old tensions and hindered any prospects of reconciliation, further complicating the situation.

As preparations for the traditional Christmas celebrations unfold, the royal family is anticipated to stick to their customary practices, including indulging in a festive turkey dinner with all the trimmings.

Another long-standing tradition involves exchanging humorous gifts, with Princess Kate once famously gifting Prince Harry a “grow-your-own-girlfriend” present before he met Meghan.

Despite the lighthearted nature of the gift-giving tradition, it is suggested that Kate and Prince William may opt for more thoughtful presents this year.

According to Harold, while royal Christmas gifts are typically playful, William and Kate might choose to exchange meaningful items that resonate with each other's preferences, such as a watch or jewelry.

In the midst of these festive traditions and uncertainties, the focus remains on whether King Charles will manage to uphold the spirit of togetherness and family bonding that has characterized royal Christmases in the past.

The absence of Harry and Meghan from the celebrations underscores the complexities within the royal family dynamics, leaving room for speculation and anticipation as the holiday season approaches.