Prince William and Prince Harry’s poignant words to vicar at uncle’s funeral revealed

Princes William and Harry recently reunited at a church service in Norfolk to honor their late uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes, who passed away at the age of 82. The event marked a rare public appearance together for the brothers since the coronation of their father, King Charles III, last May. Despite their ongoing feud and strained relationship, both William and Harry attended the service held at St. Mary’s Church in Snettisham, Norfolk, with Harry flying in secretly from the United States to be there.

The presence of both princes at the service was unexpected, especially given their well-documented rift. Reverend Dan Tansey, who led the memorial, shared his experience of greeting the two brothers after the service. “It was only as I was greeting the congregation on the way out that Prince William was shaking my hand, and then very quickly after, Prince Harry did too,” Reverend Tansey revealed. He added, “It was a surprise but a really pleasant surprise that they had both come.” Both princes expressed their gratitude for the service, and Reverend Tansey thanked them in return for attending.

The service, described more as a memorial than a formal funeral, was followed by a reception. Reverend Tansey noted that the atmosphere at the reception was relaxed and cordial, with many family members and friends engaging in conversation. However, he did not recall seeing William and Harry speak to each other directly. Their attendance at the memorial was significant, especially for Lord Fellowes’ widow, Jane, who is Princess Diana’s older sister. It was believed that their presence would have been meaningful to both her and the late Lord Fellowes.

The last time William and Harry were seen together in public was during a walkabout in Windsor, alongside their wives, shortly after the death of their grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, in September 2022. Since then, relations between the brothers have further deteriorated. Harry’s recent Netflix series and his memoir, “Spare,” have laid bare their grievances, including allegations against William. One particularly shocking incident described by Harry in his book involved a physical altercation in which he claimed William pushed him into a dog bowl during a heated argument about Harry’s wife, Meghan Markle.

Reports suggest that William has not forgiven Harry for the allegations made in “Spare,” especially those targeting his wife, Kate Middleton. A source told The Sunday Times that William and Harry remain estranged, with William focusing on his immediate family and royal duties rather than his relationship with Harry. “They are estranged, which is dreadfully sad,” a friend of the brothers said. Another source added that Harry rarely comes up in conversations with William, indicating that the rift between them remains deep and unresolved.

Harry’s visit to the UK coincides with a poignant anniversary for both brothers—the 27th anniversary of their mother, Princess Diana’s death. She tragically died on August 31, 1997, in a car crash in Paris, a loss that profoundly affected both William and Harry. Despite their shared grief, the ongoing tensions between them seem to overshadow any attempts at reconciliation.

Lord Fellowes, who was married to Diana’s sister Jane for over 45 years, played a significant role in royal affairs during the 1990s. He served as the private secretary to Queen Elizabeth II during several tumultuous events, including the breakdown of Charles and Diana’s marriage, the separation of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, and the devastating fire at Windsor Castle. Although his relationship with Diana was sometimes strained due to his position at the palace, he expressed his deep affection for her after her death, calling her a “very good person” who struggled to find happiness in life.

As the royal family continues to navigate its internal conflicts and public duties, the presence of both William and Harry at their uncle’s memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the complicated dynamics within the House of Windsor. Whether this brief encounter at the memorial could pave the way for future reconciliation between the brothers remains uncertain.