A new poll is casting doubt on any potential reconciliation between King Charles and Prince Harry, suggesting there is little public appetite for a royal reunion. The findings come just as Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in the United States for a high-profile visit, placing renewed attention on the state of the royal family.
Past speculation has swirled about a possible thaw, especially after Harry visited his father following his cancer diagnosis. However, the latest data indicates that support for such a move remains limited.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been estranged from the monarchy since stepping back from royal duties and relocating to the U.S., with tensions escalating through a series of interviews, a Netflix documentary, and Harry’s memoir “Spare.”
Poll Shows 90% Against King Charles-Prince Harry Reunion
A new poll is demonstrating just how little support there is for a reconciliation between Charles and Harry.
The survey, conducted by the Daily Express, asked more than 6,000 respondents whether the King should forgive his estranged son. The results were overwhelmingly one-sided, with a striking 90% saying Charles should not make amends with Harry. A meager 9% backed the idea of a reunion, while 1% of voters said they were undecided.
The findings come in the wake of Charles and Camilla’s arrival in the United States, bringing renewed focus to the royal rift that has persisted for years.
Online Reaction Mirrors Poll Results
Online reaction to the poll largely echoed its overwhelming outcome, with many users voicing skepticism about any path toward reconciliation. While some acknowledged that forgiveness could, in theory, occur, they stressed that rebuilding trust would be far more difficult, particularly given the years-long rift between Harry, Markle, and the royal family.
Others were blunter, arguing that any attempt at reconciliation would be pointless, even if an apology were offered.
“There are some things that are unforgivable. What they have done shows so much disrespect to the family. Also, Harry and Meghan aren’t the slightest bit sorry, and they are untrustworthy,” one Reddit user wrote.
Prince Harry’s 2025 Meeting With King Charles
Hopes for a reconciliation between Charles and Harry briefly surged in September 2025 when the father and son reunited during Harry’s visit to London.
The pair met privately at Clarence House for roughly an hour, with reports describing the conversation as “super positive and very relaxed,” per US Weekly. According to insiders, the discussion focused on personal matters, including the King’s health and updates about Harry’s children.
“They were catching up personally about the children and what has been going on with Charles and his health. There were hugs and tears,” a source said.
Harry Speaks Out After Reunion With King Charles
Following the meeting, Harry opened up in an interview about his lingering ties to both his father and the United Kingdom. The Duke admitted he still feels a strong connection to his home country, despite living in California.
“I have always loved the U.K., and I always will love the U.K. It’s been good to reconnect with the causes I am passionate about,” he said. “I have been able to spend some time with people that I have known for so long. It is hard to do it from far away.”
Harry also hinted that a return visit with his children could be on the horizon, something that has not happened since he and Markle stepped back from royal duties in 2020.
Prince Harry’s Reconciliation Put On Hold
Any momentum toward a reconciliation between Charles and Harry appears to have stalled, with royal insiders suggesting it is no longer a priority. According to royal expert Christopher Andersen, the delay has less to do with Harry and more with ongoing challenges facing the monarchy.
He pointed to the continued fallout surrounding Andrew and his links to disgraced financier Epstein as a major distraction.
“The Epstein scandal and Andrew’s involvement in it have rocked the monarchy to its core,” Andersen said. “In the midst of all this turmoil, Harry and Meghan have very much been put on the back burner.”
The latest update suggests that even as speculation around a reunion persists, internal pressures within the royal family are keeping any meaningful progress on hold.