King Charles III and Camilla’s coronation on May 6 promises to be a grand affair with most family members in attendance. However, the participation of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remains uncertain as they have yet to accept or decline their invitation.
Roles for the Younger Royals
The king’s grandchildren, including Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and the soon-to-be five-year-old Prince Louis, will participate in the coronation procession. Details on their specific roles remain undisclosed. Prince George, as the future king, will have a significant role, while his siblings will be working royals. Discussions about Prince Louis’s future have speculated that King Charles may have special plans for him, potentially involving a prestigious royal title.
Family Attendance and Procession Details
According to leaked documents, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Kate Middleton, will participate in the procession with their three children. Other senior royals, including Princess Anne, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, and the Duke and Duchess of Kent, will also be part of the procession.
Exclusions and Controversies
Non-working royals such as Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and the Duke of York, along with his daughters, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, will not be involved in the procession. Despite their invitation, Harry and Meghan may face a “cold shoulder” from some royal relatives if they attend.
Prince George’s Role and Parental Concerns
Prince George is expected to have a prominent role, which has sparked concerns from his parents about the pressure on the young royal. Royal commentator Tom Quinn noted that there is some disagreement about George’s involvement due to worries that it might be too overwhelming for him at his age.
Prince Louis’s Potential Future Title
Prince Louis, attending his first major royal event, has a less clear future in the royal hierarchy. However, King Charles may have plans to bestow a significant title on him. After Prince Edward was granted the title of Duke of Edinburgh, it’s speculated that this title, which isn’t inherited, might eventually be given to Louis.
Parental Reflections and Emotions
Kate Middleton has expressed mixed emotions about her youngest son growing up. On Mother’s Day, she shared nostalgic photos with Louis, highlighting her sentiments about him no longer being a baby. During a visit to the Royal Surrey County Hospital, Kate remarked on how quickly Louis has grown, reflecting the bittersweet nature of watching her children mature.
As the coronation approaches, these developments add layers of anticipation and speculation about the roles and future of the younger generation of royals in King Charles’s reign.
