Prince Harry's absence from the poignant 80th anniversary celebrations for D-Day has been attributed to his estrangement from the Royal Family, according to an expert. While Prince William, King Charles, and Queen Camilla led events marking the 80th anniversary of the Allied troops landing on the beaches of Normandy, Harry was notably absent. Princess Anne, Prince Edward, and Duchess Sophie also participated in the commemorative services.

Royal commentator Katie Nicholl expressed her belief that it would have been a difficult experience for Harry to watch the celebrations knowing he couldn't participate. She highlighted Harry's military service, emphasizing his right to be present at such events due to his two tours of duty in Afghanistan. Nicholl suggested that Harry, despite his happiness in Montecito, might have found the D-Day commemorations a poignant reminder of his current separation from the working Royal Family.

Royal editor Matt Wilkinson attributed Harry's absence to the strained relationship he has with the royals following his departure for California in 2020. He suggested that Harry had "burnt his bridges" with the family.

Nicholl further elaborated on Harry's potential experience, noting that while it's unknown if he participated in any private commemorations in Montecito, he did not engage in any public events. She referenced a previous incident where Harry and Meghan were criticized for laying a wreath on Remembrance Sunday, suggesting they might have learned from that experience and opted for a more private approach.

Meanwhile, Prince William provided an update on Princess Kate's health while interacting with a veteran. Kate was unable to attend the D-Day commemorations due to ongoing cancer treatment. William shared that his wife was feeling "better" and expressed her regret at missing the event, particularly due to her late grandmother's role at Bletchley Park in breaking the Enigma code. He highlighted the connection between Kate's grandmother and the women present at the event who had also contributed to the war effort but remained silent about their experiences until later in life.