Princess Kate Middleton ‘hoping’ for Prince Harry’s return — but without Meghan

Princess Kate Middleton is reportedly eager to see Prince Harry return to the UK, but insiders say she hopes he will make the journey alone—without Meghan Markle. According to royal commentators, the Princess of Wales believes a private reunion between the estranged brothers may be the only realistic way to repair years of tension (Heat World).

Sources close to the family claim Kate has taken on the role of quiet peacemaker, even while dealing with her own pressures and public responsibilities. As one insider put it, Kate “is trying to keep a bridge open for Harry before it’s too late,” though her attempts to get William to soften “have gone nowhere so far” (Daily Express).

Kate’s ‘plan’ to reunite William and Harry

Royal insiders say Kate has been encouraging Harry to visit the UK by himself during his next trip. Her reasoning, according to reports, is that a solo return would signal independence, sincerity, and a willingness to rebuild trust—particularly with William, whose distrust has deepened in recent years.

According to a source, “In a practical sense, she’s urging Harry to come back without Meghan. She believes it’s the only way he can show William he’s acting on his own terms” (OK! Magazine).

Kate is said to be deeply aware of the long-term consequences of the brothers’ estrangement, not only for them but for their children and the overall stability of the monarchy. Despite being mentioned critically in Harry’s memoir Spare—where he described her as distant and overly formal—Kate is reportedly choosing empathy over resentment. A royal aide told Heat that Harry still “trusts her in a way he doesn’t trust anyone else,” making her one of the few voices capable of reaching him.

Prince Harry and Prince William’s ongoing rift

The rift between the brothers shows few signs of easing. Though Harry has repeatedly expressed a desire for reconciliation in interviews over the last two years, William is said to remain unmoved. The pair have not been seen together publicly since the May 2023 coronation, and multiple outlets report they have not had a substantial private conversation in years (BBC News).

Harry and Meghan’s departure from senior royal duties in 2020 marked the beginning of a very public unraveling. Tensions escalated with their 2021 Oprah interview, resurfaced during their 2022 Netflix series, and culminated with Harry’s 2023 tell-all memoir. Royal analysts say each development pushed the brothers further apart, and William in particular felt increasingly betrayed (The Guardian).

During Harry’s most recent visit to London for the WellChild Awards, he met briefly with King Charles but had no meeting with William—a detail that royal observers viewed as telling.

Controversy following Harry and Meghan’s latest public appearance

The current timing of Kate’s appeal coincides with criticism aimed at Harry and Meghan after they attended Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday celebration. Some commentators called the appearance “insensitive,” as it overlapped with Remembrance Sunday in the UK (Daily Mail). Although Harry wore a poppy at the event, his absence from formal commemorations in London drew additional scrutiny and highlighted his increasing separation from royal duties.

Behind palace doors, sources claim William is “boiling” over what he sees as repeated breaches of trust by his brother. Even so, Kate is believed to be working behind the scenes to prevent the conflict from worsening. An insider said she wants her family “whole again” and is prepared to keep gently persuading both brothers if it means opening the door to reconnection.

Some royal commentators argue that Kate’s influence may be the final viable path toward reconciliation. However, others—such as biographer Christopher Andersen—believe she has stepped back from mediating and is prioritizing her children and health instead (Fox News). Despite these conflicting perspectives, several reports suggest she continues to hold out hope for progress.

Royal Insider has contacted Kensington Palace for comment, though no official response has been made public (Reuters).