**Prince Harry Reunites with King Charles in Emotional, ‘Distinctly Formal’ Meeting**

*Published: September 27, 2025, 3:45 p.m. ET*

Prince Harry reunited with his father, King Charles, earlier this month in what royal insiders are describing as a “distinctly formal” yet emotional encounter. The 53-minute meeting took place on September 10 at Clarence House, marking the first time the two had seen each other in 19 months.

While the meeting did not lead to a full reconciliation, it included moments of warmth and symbolism, RadarOnline.com can reveal.

### The Reunion

According to sources, the Duke of Sussex arrived promptly at 5:22 p.m. in a Land Rover. He was greeted by the King with kisses on the cheek before being invited inside for tea. During the visit, Harry presented King Charles with a framed photo of his family—wife Meghan Markle and their two children, Archie, 6, and Lilibet, 4.

In return, King Charles offered Harry an early 41st birthday gift, ahead of the prince’s milestone on September 15.

By 6:14 p.m., Harry had departed to attend a reception related to his Invictus Games project.

Despite the cordial atmosphere, Harry reportedly felt “more like an official visitor” than a close family member during the tightly scheduled meeting. Still, royal aides told RadarOnline.com that “the King’s door remains open for another private cup of tea next time Harry is back in London.”

### No Desire to Return to Official Duties

Palace sources confirmed that King Charles intends to uphold the Sandringham Agreement, which formalized Harry’s 2020 exit from royal duties and rejected any notion of a hybrid “half-in, half-out” royal arrangement.

“The King is a forgiving man but has been absolutely clear in upholding his late mother’s decision that there cannot be ‘half-in, half-out’ members of the working royal family,” one insider revealed.

Harry, for his part, is said to have no desire to return to an official royal role. A spokesperson emphasized that “the trip back was about focusing on his patronages and supporting his good causes while also having time to catch up with family and friends.”

Insiders also firmly denied rumors suggesting that the Duke of Sussex was attempting to undermine Prince William’s relationship with the King. “Categorically not,” a representative stated. “Harry is not trying to drive a wedge between the Prince of Wales and the King.”

### An Emotional Encounter

One insider shared that the reunion was prompted by “a handwritten letter” Harry sent to his father expressing his desire to reconnect. The meeting reportedly involved “hugs and tears,” with the pair sharing “a long hug when they first saw each other.”

The source added, “Harry started crying and it was very emotional for both of them. They really missed each other.”

### Harry’s Family and Visit to the UK

Since relocating to Montecito, California, in 2020, Harry and Meghan have welcomed their two children. Archie and Lilibet have not seen their grandfather since Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee in June 2022.

During the London meeting, Harry reportedly showed King Charles videos of the young children. The prince also made time to visit Queen Elizabeth II’s gravesite during his stay.

Speaking afterward, Harry told reporters that his father—who was diagnosed with cancer in 2024—is “doing great.”

“He’s obviously loved being back in the UK, catching up with old friends, colleagues, and just generally being able to support the incredible work of the causes that mean so much to him,” Harry’s spokesperson said.
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