Prince Harry is reportedly grappling with a deep existential crisis that could jeopardize his return to Buckingham Palace and any hope of mending his strained relationships with his brother, Prince William, and his father, King Charles III. These claims have been made by GBN America columnist Maureen Callahan, who offered her insights during a recent interview.
Callahan revealed her belief that Prince Harry is at a critical juncture in his life, stating, “I tend to believe he’s really at a significant crossroads and having some sort of existential crisis.” This moment of reflection comes as the Duke of Sussex approaches his 40th birthday, a milestone that often prompts individuals to reassess their lives and choices.
Compounding Harry’s sense of turmoil is the health of his family members. “He’s about to turn 40, his sister-in-law has cancer, his father has cancer,” Callahan noted, highlighting the serious challenges facing the royal family. These health crises are reportedly weighing heavily on Harry, especially as he finds himself increasingly isolated from the family.
Callahan went on to disclose that Harry’s attempts to connect with his father have been met with silence. “We learned last week that all of his calls either to Charles directly or to staff about his health go unanswered—he is completely frozen out,” she explained. This lack of communication only deepens Harry’s feelings of alienation.
Adding to Harry’s emotional strain is the impending release of the paperback edition of his memoir, Spare. Callahan pointed out that this event is likely to “reignite all of those old wounds,” potentially reopening painful chapters in Harry’s already tumultuous relationship with the royal family.
In her closing remarks, Callahan speculated on the broader impact of these factors on Harry’s mental and emotional state. “I think that all of those factors I said, coupled with their business failings in America, probably have Harry feeling very alone, very aimless, very adrift. What is his point?” she questioned, underscoring the existential doubts that Harry may be facing.
As Prince Harry navigates these challenges, it remains to be seen how he will address these personal and familial struggles. The weight of his choices and the state of his relationships with the royal family appear to be pushing him into a period of profound self-reflection.