Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have reportedly decided to leave King Charles out of their Christmas plans for this year. The report comes amid ongoing speculation about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s future plans following their much-discussed return to the UK with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, in August.
Now, according to a new report, the Sussex couple will not be celebrating their holiday festivities with the monarch at the royal family gathering at Sandringham, Norfolk, which is a tradition.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Christmas plans are likely with Doria Ragland in the U.S., per friend
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s upcoming Christmas plans will reportedly take place in the U.S. with the Duchess of Sussex’s mother, Doria Ragland. As reported by The Sunday Times, the Sussexes will not be a part of the traditional royal family gathering at Sandringham, Norfolk, with King Charles.
Per the news outlet, a friend of the Sussex couple told them that “for Thanksgiving and Christmas, they will do whatever Doria wants to do.” The friend also explained that the Duke and the Duchess of Sussex would also love Doria Ragland to visit them in Britain during the holiday season. According to the insider, they are willing to be wherever the Duchess of Sussex’s 70-year-old mother wishes to be.
In the meantime, per the publication, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s friend further claimed that the Sussexes will not be celebrating Christmas with the royal family. The insider questioned, “How could that even work?” After that, the insider explained, “They know it would be too awkward and too difficult. They also know they’re not going to be invited, and they’re not waiting for an invitation.”
Furthermore, the news outlet also reported that Meghan Markle has been on full-time duty for her lifestyle brand, As Ever. The Duchess of Sussex has also allegedly been gearing up for future collaborations. In the meantime, per the publication, Prince Harry remains focused on the upcoming Invictus Games.
