Will he become a working royal again?

The recent meeting between Prince Harry and his father King Charles has seemingly opened a new chapter in their relationship. Is reconciliation possible? It all seemed like a faraway dream not so long ago, but now that the King and his son have not just met, but Meghan Markle and Harry’s kids were also present, it all feels closer to becoming true.

Closer is reporting that the King walked out of the meeting “very pleased” and with a renewed sense for the future and his chances of getting to really know his grandchildren. A source told the outlet, “Charles came away from this visit very pleased. Spending time with Archie and Lilibet meant the world to him, and he has told everyone they were an absolute delight.”

However, the King also reportedly had an “ultimatum” for Harry and Meghan, too: “As much as this was a chance for Charles to spend time with his grandchildren, it wasn’t the only thing on the agenda. He also made a point to make sure Harry and Meghan understand exactly where they stand and that, from now on, things happen on his terms, or not at all.”

‘This is their absolute last chance; if they put a foot wrong again, that’s it. ‘ He is being very clear about that. Harry’s been told he needs to take a back seat and trust his father to handle things his way, in his timing, even if it’s slower than he and Meghan would like.’

According to an insider, “Above all else, they need to keep their mouths shut about anything that goes on behind Palace walls. Charles also expects Harry to conduct himself with the humility and grace he was raised with, rather than trying to call the shots or rising to every bit of bait.”

“If he can follow the rules, there is a path back, but if there are any more leaks or public tantrums or any signs of disrespect towards the monarchy, Charles has made it clear that will be the end of things for good. This is well and truly the last chance.”

This comes after Hollywood insider Rob Shuter reported that Harry is eager for a reconciliation. “No one doubts Harry misses parts of his old life,” one senior royal source told Naughty But Nice. “The question is what exactly he misses. Is it his family—or the status, security, and influence that came with being a working royal?”

Another insider put it this way: “Trust has been shattered,” adding, “Private family conversations have become books, television interviews, documentaries, lawsuits, and endless headlines. People inside the Palace are asking one question: what’s different this time?”

Reportedly, there’s no interest in the “half-in, half-out” arrangement Harry proposed in 2020. “The late Queen said no, and that answer still stands,” a palace source said. “You can’t be a part-time royal. You’re either all in or you’re all out.”

That doesn’t mean relationships cannot be repaired, however.

“Harry may eventually be welcomed back as a son,” one source told Naughty But Nice. “But as a working royal? That ship has sailed.”

King Charles’ strict daily ‘strength’ routine that safeguards his health at 77

Queen Camilla’s husband is dedicated to wellness and staying fit and healthy during his reign

King Charles follows an impressive fitness routine, so much so that his wife Queen Camilla even called him a “mountain goat” when talking about the speed at which he ascends hills.

With his 78th birthday fast approaching, King Charles could be forgiven for pulling back on his fitness regime, but it seems this is far from the case, with the monarch giving a rare insight into his daily workouts during a previous engagement.

Speaking to sprinter Desiree Henry, King Charles revealed that he “exercises twice a day”, performing “squats and does the pull-up bar” – impressive!

Keen to discover if his daily routine is part of the reason the royal is so sprightly in his seventies, we previously spoke to personal trainer Chloe Thomas for her expert opinion.

King Charles’ pull-ups

“Pull-ups have lots of benefits such as improving our upper body strength, improving our grip strength, helping our shoulders and joint health and improving our core,” Chloe previously revealed. “Doing pull-ups as we reach our 70s is important for small daily tasks – anything from opening jars to holding onto things for support. This is because pull-ups help grip strength.”

His daily habit will improve the King’s day-to-day life, too, Chloe says. “Improving our upper body strength also means that we can carry out daily activities, like carrying our shopping bags or reaching for things out of cupboards.

Chloe Thomas shares the importance of King Charles’ routine