Cousin's Wedding Demand: William Voiced Disdain After Finding Out Harry Was Invited, Aiming to Maintain Perceived Status over His Brother
In an anticipated event, Prince William and Prince Harry are set to attend the wedding of their cousin, Peter Phillips, in the spring of 2026. However, the reunion is expected to be a carefully managed and potentially tense affair, as the ongoing rift between the brothers remains unresolved [1][3].
Reports suggest that Prince William has requested a prime seat at the wedding to assert his future role as king and to ensure his position is visibly above Harry’s, underscoring the ongoing tension between the siblings [1]. The feud, described as "active and raw," shows no signs of easing, with neither William nor Harry expressing a desire for engagement or reconciliation at this occasion [1].
While both princes have been invited to the event, Prince Harry's attendance is yet to be confirmed [2][3]. Despite Harry attending recent family funerals with Peter, there has been no public confirmation of his attendance. The rules for their interaction at the wedding are clear: no photos, no conversations, and no seating next to each other [1][3].
Interestingly, Peter Phillips, the eldest cousin of King Charles and Prince Harry, is engaged to Harriet Sperling after a year of dating. Peter, who has a close relationship with both William and Harry, particularly with William, is expected to walk his mother, Princess Anne, down the aisle [4].
Meanwhile, King Charles is reportedly making efforts towards reconciliation with Prince Harry, marking the first step in mending the rift that has divided the royal family [5]. On the other hand, Prince William is said to be pushing for his uncle, Prince Andrew, to be banished from the family, following a controversial comment made about Kate Middleton [6].
Rumours of a possible reconciliation between Prince William and Prince Harry have surfaced, with Harry reportedly expressing a desire to make amends with his brother [7]. However, the ongoing dispute over a comment made towards Kate Middleton and the fallout from the Sussexes' departure from royal duties continues to strain their relationship [8].
Prince Harry is also reportedly offended by a comment made about Princess Diana by his former charity, adding another layer of complexity to the already strained relationship between the brothers [9].
As the wedding day approaches, the royal family watches with bated breath, hoping for a thaw in the frosty relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry. However, with the rules for their interaction at the wedding clearly laid out, it seems the brothers will maintain their distance, at least for now.
[1] The Daily Beast [2] The Telegraph [3] The Sun [4] BBC News [5] The Guardian [6] The Mirror [7] The Express [8] The Independent [9] The Times
Celebrities and their personal feuds are often the focus of pop-culture, with the ongoing tension between Princes William and Harry being no exception, as entertainment outlets consistently report on their frosty relationship [1][3][7]. Despite the rules for their interaction at Peter Phillips' wedding being clear [1][3], a possible reconciliation between the two has been rumored [7], making it an even more intriguing event in the world of royal entertainment [5].
