On Monday, February 5, King Charles III opened up to the world about his cancer diagnosis. But before the news went public, the King privately informed his sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, about his condition following a recent prostate surgery. This revelation has set the stage for a potential family reunion, as Harry plans to visit his father in the UK soon.
Harry’s Immediate Reaction and Plans to Visit the UK
According to Harper’s Bazaar, Harry, 39, was deeply moved by the news and is preparing to travel to the UK to support his father. “The Duke did speak with his father about his diagnosis,” the publication reported. “He will be traveling to [the] U.K. to see His Majesty in the coming days.” This trip marks a significant moment in the strained relationship between Harry and the royal family, as he’s been living in California with his wife, Meghan Markle, and their two children, Archie and Lilibet.
Harry’s Mission to Mend Ties with the Royal Family
Harry’s decision to return to the UK isn’t just about supporting his father—it’s also part of a larger effort to mend fences with the royal family. Sources close to the situation revealed that Harry wants to start the new year by focusing on reconciliation. “Harry wants to start the new year off right and focus on making amends,” a royal insider told Closer in December 2023. “And lucky for him, Charles wants that, too.”
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This marks a turning point in Harry’s relationship with the royal family, as his last official appearance was at his father’s coronation in May 2023. Since then, he’s been busy with personal and professional projects, including preparing for the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 and working on new Netflix projects with Meghan.
King Charles III’s Vision for Family Unity
King Charles III has made it clear that one of his priorities is to bring his sons together. “Charles has clarity with age, and if he wants anything, it is for William and Harry to repair their relationship,” the insider continued. “He’s telling William to be the first one to reach out and be the bigger person. It’s his mission to get the boys on good terms.”
In addition to speaking with his sons, Charles also had private discussions with his siblings, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward, before making the diagnosis public. This shows just how important family unity is to him during this challenging time.
King Charles III’s Public Statement and Treatment Plan
A statement from Buckingham Palace outlined the King’s health journey. “During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer,” the statement read. “His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties. Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.”
While the specific type of cancer hasn’t been disclosed, Charles remains optimistic about his treatment and is eager to return to his public duties as soon as possible. Just days before the announcement, he underwent surgery for his enlarged prostate at the London Clinic. On January 29, he was spotted leaving the hospital with Queen Camilla by his side, waving to onlookers and appearing to be in good spirits. The following day, Charles attended a service at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene on the Sandringham Estate, signaling his determination to stay active despite the diagnosis.
