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Royal Drama Unfolds: Mike Tyndall’s Encounter with Prince Harry Sparks Controversy
Royal watchers were treated to a spectacle at the recent coronation service when Mike Tyndall seemingly snubbed Prince Harry in a rather public manner.
The incident, caught by eagle-eyed fans, occurred as Mike appeared to shield his wife Zara from any interaction with Harry as they arrived at Westminster Abbey.
The tension between Mike and Harry escalated further when Harry reportedly made disparaging remarks about Princess Eugene's pregnant belly, much to the dismay of Eugene and her husband Jack.
This behavior mirrored a previous incident at the Jubilee service, where Harry commented on Zara's weight loss since his wedding, prompting a sharp retort from her and a visibly irked Mike.
Adding fuel to the fire, reports emerged of Mike Tyndall taking a swipe at Prince Harry during the late Queen's Jubilee celebrations, labeling Harry's actions as those of a ‘bellend,' as overheard by a source.
The jab allegedly came in response to Harry and Meghan's departure from royal duties before Harry's memoir, ‘Spare,' was released.
During the Platinum Party concert at Buckingham Palace on June 4th, 2022, Mike's disdain for Harry was evident as he avoided engaging with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, opting instead to converse with other royals.
Body language expert Judy James noted the discomfort in Mike's demeanor, suggesting a conflict of loyalties as Harry approached Zara's group following the ceremony.
Prince Harry's seating arrangement at his father King Charles's coronation raised eyebrows, with experts pointing out his placement in the third row, far from his brother William and sister-in-law the Princess of Wales.
Despite his royal lineage and position in the line of succession, Harry found himself seated among Princess Eugene, Jack Brooksbank, and Princess Alexandra, sparking speculation about deliberate distancing.
Insights from Royal Editor Katie Nicholl and The Sun's Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson shed light on the strategic seating plan, emphasizing the deliberate separation of Harry from the Waleses due to familial tensions.
The decision to seat Harry with Princess Beatrice, Jack, and Princess Eugene was seen as a move to facilitate private interactions among friends rather than potential family discord.
Following the coronation service, Harry's swift departure to California without reconciling with his brother underscored the ongoing rift within the royal family.
Despite fleeting moments at Buckingham Palace, Harry's immediate return to the US signaled a missed opportunity for familial reconciliation amidst the pomp and circumstance of the coronation.
In the aftermath of these high-profile events, the rift between Prince Harry and certain members of the royal family remains palpable, underscoring the complexities and tensions within the monarchy.
As the dust settles on these dramatic encounters, the repercussions of these interactions are likely to reverberate through royal circles, leaving observers speculating on the future dynamics of the royal household.