On The Eve of Meghan's Wine Launch: Old Details of Charles' Funeral Plans Are Released By The Sussexes

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Are Harry and Meghan at the “heart” of Charles’ final wishes? Silly to even consider. Credit: The Telegraph

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This evening The Telegraph has dropped an article by Victoria Ward, which was clearly orchestrated by Meghan and Harry to coincide with Meghan’s wine launch on Tuesday. The article includes details about the logistics of Charles’ funeral, perhaps shared with Meghan and Harry when they were working royals. Specifically, how the Sussexes (supposedly) will play a role in the funeral, including Archie and Lili. From The Telegraph:

There has been increasing talk of olive branches and reconciliation between the King and Prince Harry.

Much of it has been conveyed, on the Duke of Sussex’s side at least, through television interviews; his emotion, anger and frustration on full display.

From Buckingham Palace, there has been little said on the record. Beyond the occasional frustrated shrug, royal aides have kept their counsel, determined not to fan the flames of this deeply personal rift in public.

I think many would agree that this is untrue, none of Harry’s actions truly convey reconciliation. It’s all for media attention. The article goes on:

Indeed, The Telegraph can reveal that the King has factored not only the Duke but the Duchess of Sussex and their two children, Prince Archie, six, and Princess Lilibet, three, into the heart of his funeral plans.

Whenever the time comes, the monarch is adamant that his youngest son take his rightful place at the centre of his family, perhaps mindful of that final chance to create family harmony.

Additionally, it states:

The Telegraph understands that the Sussexes remain enveloped in the King’s funeral plans at the highest level, with the Duke expected to walk side by side with his brother, by then the King, at the forefront of the somber processions through the streets of central London.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be invited to take part in the family vigil during the lying in state at Westminster Hall and play a prominent role alongside the most senior royals during the funeral service.

Arrangements have also been made for Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, the King’s youngest grandchildren, to attend the funeral service at Westminster Abbey, as well as the committal at St George’s Chapel, Windsor, should they wish.

Crying on cue. Meghan famously said this was a special talent she had as an actress. Seen here at QEII’s funeral. Getty

I think it’s very safe to speculate that these details have been briefed to The Telegraph from Meghan and Harry’s office. As a way to bring more attention to Meghan for her upcoming wine launch and to preemptively strike the Royal Family, in case changes have been made to the Sussexes’ role in Charles’ funeral, which is likely.

More details from the article:

Buckingham Palace aides insisted that the King’s funeral plans had not been finalized and cautioned against speculation.

The King, who is still undergoing weekly cancer treatment, maintains a full work schedule with planning underway for engagements and events well into the future.

The inclusion of the Sussexes in the plans, however, will prove a talking point.

Their involvement, not just throughout the public-facing ceremonial elements, but behind the scenes in briefings and rehearsals, will avoid further rupturing relations with the couple.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are thought to have returned home on the day after Elizabeth II’s funeral feeling more ostracized than ever, their new status in the general hierarchy having been made abundantly clear.

And this at the end:

By putting aside any differences and signing off plans that place the Sussexes at the heart of his funeral, the King will ensure that his final public act brings his family together.

While the Duke has vowed never to bring his family back to the UK unless he can guarantee full police protection, they would automatically be enveloped into the official security operation for such a state occasion.

Clearly meant to threaten Charles, the article was a ghastly read. We have always felt the transition from Charles to William will bring out the worst behavior in Meghan and Harry. This article certainly points in that direction. It’s not too far to say, they really seem to be chasing Charles into his grave.