Prince William reveals ‘sadness’ and says he and Harry are now 'separate entities'
The Duke of Cambridge has expressed his thoughts on the shock royal announcement
It’s been a big week for the royal family and now Prince William has expressed his "sadness" surrounding recent developments.
- Prince William has opened up about his relationship with his brother.
- The Duke of Cambridge has expressed his sadness and says he and Prince Harry are now "separate entities".
- The royal news comes after the Duchess of Sussex returned to Canada.
The Duke of Cambridge has spoken out about his "sadness" regarding the broken bond with his brother, Prince Harry.
According to the Sunday Times, Prince William told a close friend, ”I’ve put my arm around my brother all our lives and I can’t do that anymore; we’re separate entities.”
He said that he was very sad about this.
Prince William added that he would support the couple and said he hoped all the royals would figure things out in the future.
He added, “All we can do, and all I can do is try and support them and hope that the time comes when we’re all singing from the same page.
“I want everyone to play on the team.”
Sign up for the woman&home newsletter
Sign up to our free daily email for the latest royal and entertainment news, interesting opinion, expert advice on styling and beauty trends, and no-nonsense guides to the health and wellness questions you want answered.
The news comes as the Queen is set to host an emergency meeting at Sandringham, to discuss the future of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s roles.
On Saturday evening, it was revealed that the Queen will be joined by Harry, William and the Prince of Wales in Norfolk.
The meeting will be the first time all the royals have been together since Harry and Meghan’s shock announcement, last week.
According to the Mirror, the four main royals will receive written briefings to digest the information, before they meet in person at Sandringham. A senior palace source has also said that it is expected that Meghan will dial in from the Canada for the meeting.
Last week, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced their plans to "step back" as senior royals.
They intend to split their time between the UK and Canada.
Lizzie Thomson is a regular contributor to woman&home, and also contributes to Metro.co.uk, Ideal Home, Culture Trip, and Evening Standard, covering all things lifestyle.
-
What's the link between hair loss and menopause? Plus, what you can do about it
Not every woman will experience hair loss and menopause together - but these experts reveal what to do if you start experiencing symptoms and who to talk to
By Kat Storr Published
-
Jennifer Garner's kitchen perfectly combines the 'farmhouse aesthetic' with a fresh 'contemporary feel'
Jennifer Garner's kitchen mixes rustic woods with gold and white marble accents
By Laura Harman Published
-
Kate Middleton and Prince William's awkward mistake as they broke royal protocol at special family gathering
Prince William and Kate's awkward mistake came in 2018 when they broke protocol - but it was apparently for a very relatable reason
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
The risk Prince William took with the Middletons when he proposed to Kate
The Prince of Wales shunned one particular formality when he asked his now-wife to marry him
By Caitlin Elliott Published
-
Kate Middleton and Prince William's kitchen with forest green range cooker and cream cabinets has a wholesome farmhouse feel
Kate Middleton once shared a rare peek inside one of the Wales family's kitchens
By Caitlin Elliott Published
-
Prince William has grown 'closer' to unexpected royal amid Kate's health struggle after 'complicated' feelings
The Prince of Wales is said to have forged a closer bond with an unlikely person in the midst of Kate's health struggles
By Caitlin Elliott Published
-
Prince William compliments Kate Middleton's 'arty' side amid photo editing controversy
Prince William joked about Kate Middleton's 'arty' side during a new engagement with a youth charity in West London
By Laura Harman Published
-
Prince William's accurate prediction about Kate's fate as a royal made before they got married
The Prince of Wales made a special prediction about his wife's life as a royal, before they tied the knot
By Caitlin Elliott Published
-
Can Prince George travel with Prince William? The royals' unique travel precaution explained
Wondering if Prince George can travel with Prince William? Here's all you need to know about his travel situation and why it could change
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
Kensington Palace breaks silence amid concerns for Kate Middleton with clear new statement
The Palace have made a statement as speculation circulates about the Princess of Wales's health following her 'successful' surgery in January
By Emma Shacklock Published