Let's face it — even the royal family can't do it all. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have a packed fall agenda ahead of them, and unfortunately, Prince Charles' 70th birthday celebration won't make the cut. While the future King of England will be ringing in his milestone birthday on November 14, there's a concert and dinner planned at Buckingham Palace on October 25 to honor him. However, Harry and Meghan will be embarking on their highly-anticipated tour of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Tonga during the last two weeks of October, meaning they simply can't make it back in time.
A Family Celebration That’ll Have to Wait
Prince Charles' birthday is a big deal, but let's rewind to May 19 when Harry and Meghan tied the knot. Just days after their wedding, the newlyweds stepped out for their first appearance as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at a garden party celebrating Charles' birthday at Buckingham Palace. Yes, you read that right — they even postponed their honeymoon to attend! Clearly, this family event was a priority for them, and it shows just how much they value Charles in their lives. But this time around, their schedule just won't allow it.
Why Celebrate a Birthday in May and October?
If you're scratching your head wondering why Charles' birthday is being celebrated in May and October, you're not alone. According to Metro, the palace decided to host various celebrations throughout the year for Charles, starting as early as six months in advance. The garden party in May was specifically designed to honor Charles' charity work, patronages, and military affiliations. It's a way to spread out the festivities and give each celebration its own unique focus. Pretty clever, right?
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Charles’ Bond with Harry and Meghan
Now, before you think Charles will be upset about missing out on Harry and Meghan's presence at his October bash, think again. The bond between Charles and his youngest son has only grown stronger since Meghan entered the picture. "The wedding was a real turning point," royal reporter Katie Nicholl shared with Vanity Fair. "Charles showed so much love towards Harry and Meghan, and I think Harry will be eternally grateful to his papa for stepping in and giving Meghan's hand in marriage. The bond between them is very close." It's clear that Charles has been nothing but supportive of Meghan, especially as she navigates the challenges of adapting to royal life.
And let's not forget how Meghan made it her mission to win over her future father-in-law. A royal source once revealed, "At first, Harry couldn't believe she was going to so much effort, but the more time they spent with Charles, the more Harry realized he must bury the hatchet. Harry was very touched by how welcoming Charles was to Meghan who, though confident, must have found adapting to royal life hugely intimidating. Charles played a huge part in making her feel at home." With all this love and support flowing between them, we're sure they'll find a way to celebrate together on November 14, even if it's not in person.
