Prince Harry reveals which Royal Family member first called him a ‘spare’

Prince Harry has recently revealed the origins of the nickname ‘spare,’ which has been a topic of interest since the release of his book, *Spare*. According to Harry, it was his father, King Charles, who first used the term. This nickname was coined in response to the birth of Harry’s younger brother, with King Charles reportedly saying, “Wonderful! Now you’ve given me an heir and a spare – my work is done.”

This revelation sheds light on the personal and historical context behind the nickname that has been a point of contention for Harry. The Guardian highlights that Harry’s discontent with the term ‘spare’ is a recurring theme in his memoir. His book explores his experiences from childhood through his time as a royal and his military service, and it reflects on his relationship with his parents and brother, as well as his journey with Meghan Markle and their life as parents.

In recent developments, following King Charles’ health announcement regarding his cancer diagnosis, Harry had a brief, 30-minute meeting with his father before Charles began treatment. Despite the strained relationship, Harry expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to see his father.

In terms of family dynamics, Prince William and Princess Kate are reportedly making efforts to mend their relationship with Harry and Meghan Markle. Royal author Tom Quinn suggests that William and Kate have been attempting to bridge the gap, although Meghan’s lingering grievances are said to be a significant barrier to reconciliation. According to Quinn, while Kate’s health issues have prompted some introspection, Meghan remains resistant to moving past the royal family’s past grievances without substantial apologies and gestures of goodwill.

The Mirror has reached out to Harry’s representatives for further comments on these matters. The situation remains complex, with family tensions still influencing the relationships within the Royal Family.