
Prince Harry Reportedly Skipped Friend's Wedding Despite Returning to the UK – Details
The Duke of Sussex's recent U.K. visit raised questions after he missed a close friend's important occasion. A source later explained the reason for his absence.
On April 5, Charles, Lord Vivian, married U.S. compliance director Saweda Kamara at Chelsea Old Town Hall in London, marking his second marriage. Although Prince Harry was in the city at the time, he did not attend the wedding.

Prince Harry arrives in London on April 8, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
According to The Daily Mail, the Duke of Sussex, 40, once stood alongside Charles and others in a "band of brothers" photo taken at Windsor Castle on the night of his 2018 wedding — an image later featured in the Netflix series "Harry & Meghan."
Charles, 58, told the outlet that Harry had been invited to his and Saweda's wedding but said, "I don't know. He has a lot on." His absence was especially notable, as he had previously served as an usher at Charles's first wedding to Elizabeth Wimpress.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex outside the St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in Windsor, England, on May 19, 2018. | Source: Getty Images
Among the guests who attended Charles and Saweda's wedding was Mark Dyer, 59, a former Welsh Guards officer described as Harry's "second father."
He was the one who introduced Harry to Charles, a public relations executive who reportedly assisted with several of the prince's charitable trips to Africa.
A source told People that it is the lack of official security that makes it "very challenging" for Harry to travel or participate in public events. Harry's absence from Charles's special day mirrored recent years. In 2023, he also missed the wedding of close friend, Jack Mann.
The following year, in June, he skipped the wedding of Olivia Henson and longtime friend Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster, also per People.

Hugh Grosvenor and Olivia Henson leave Chester Cathedral in England after their wedding on June 7, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
The high-society ceremony took place at Chester Cathedral in northern England and was attended by 400 guests, including Princess Eugenie and Prince William, who served as an usher.
Although Harry had been invited, both he and the groom recognized the logistical challenges. A source close to the couple described it as "an understanding between the two friends."

Prince Harry arrives at Westminster Abbey in London for the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on May 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
With Harry now based in California and no longer having access to Frogmore Cottage — once his official base in the U.K. — the trip proved difficult. Still, he reportedly sent "his love and support and admiration for the couple."

Harry arrives at Britain's High Court in London for his legal fight over U.K. security on April 8, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
The Duke of Sussex's latest trip to the U.K. was for a legal matter. He reportedly arrived on Sunday, April 6, and appeared in London two days later for a security hearing at the Court of Appeal, as we previously reported.
Prince Harry formally contested a decision made by the British government to reduce the level of publicly funded security provided to him during visits to the United Kingdom. According to BBC, each time the Duke of Sussex travels to England, his security needs are assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine just how much protection he will need while in the U.K.

Prince Harry arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice in London on April 8, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
Although Prince Harry, reportedly, has expressed his willingness to pay for police protection, the committee in charge of deciding the kind of security royals receive says that that is not allowed. As put by BBC reporter Charlotte Gallagher, "The funds either come centrally, or not at all."
Additionally, his recent appeal is the latest move in a string of stages of a case that has been ongoing for approximately more than three years. A judicial review application was filed back in September 2021, and since then, Harry has been free to challenge the Home Office, which turned out to ultimately be unsuccessful.
He then tried to appeal the judge's ruling, which failed. However, in May 2024, he was finally granted permission to state his case in the Court of Appeal, which brings us to where things stand today.

Prince Harry strides toward the Royal Courts of Justice surrounded by a discreet but visible security presence. Wearing a navy blue suit and a patterned tie, he looks composed yet determined — his gaze focused ahead.

Seen mid-conversation with a member of his security team, Prince Harry walks with a purposeful energy. The royal appears more animated here — his expression one of firm resolve. As he enters the courtroom, the personal stakes behind his appeal become tangible.

Flanked by both suited aides and uniformed officers, Prince Harry appears momentarily at ease as he engages with members of his security detail outside the courthouse gates. Behind the scenes, the legal complexities he faces span nearly four years, with no resolution yet in sight.

With his eyes cast downward, Prince Harry walks in silence, his phone in hand, his expression tense and contemplative. The presence of officers and bodyguards only reinforces the irony of his legal battle — one centered entirely around how much protection someone in his position truly needs.

As he makes his final approach toward the court steps, Prince Harry walks with a measured stride, trailed closely by a mixture of private security and law enforcement. This hearing marks yet another chapter in a years-long pursuit for consistent and taxpayer-backed security.
Meanwhile, other Royal Family members were engaged in international duties. On April 7, King Charles III and Queen Camilla began a four-day state visit to Italy, aimed at celebrating and strengthening ties between the United Kingdom and Italy.
During their state visit, the royal couple made appearances in both Rome and the city of Ravenna, using the soft power of monarchy to reinforce diplomatic ties and cultural connections between the two nations.
While the trip was initially set to include a formal state visit to the Holy See, that portion of the itinerary has been canceled. Pope Francis is currently recovering after being released from the hospital, where he received treatment for double pneumonia.
With the Vatican events withdrawn from the schedule, the royal delegation has shifted its focus to other parts of the Italian capital.
To accommodate the changes, remaining engagements in Rome have been reorganized and extended across two days, with extra elements added to some appearances.
Charles and Camilla have taken to Instagram to share moments from their trip so far, including endearing photos of the two of them surrounded by picturesque florals and architecture. They also shared a video showing their visit to see President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinale.
Accompanying the vibrant photos showing Charles and his beloved is a caption that reads, "As we begin our first visit to Italy as King and Queen, we are so looking forward to celebrating our twentieth wedding anniversary in such a special place – and with such wonderful people! A presto, Roma e Ravenna! -Charles R & Camilla R."

King Charles III and Queen Camilla share a wave with onlookers as they walk through a public space in Rome, flanked by a circle of suited security and aides. Charles, dressed sharply in a navy pinstripe suit, looks composed yet warm, while Camilla, radiant in cobalt blue, flashed a gentle smile.

Against the timeless stone arches of the Colosseum, the King and Queen pose side by side. The Roman amphitheatre behind them evokes centuries of history, adding gravity to the moment. The image speaks volumes about the symbolic weight of their visit to one of Europe's most iconic landmarks.

In a formal moment outside the Quirinale Palace, Charles and Camilla are welcomed by Italian President Sergio Mattarella and his daughter. Both monarch and president appear engaged in conversation. Uniformed officers stand at attention behind them, adding to the atmosphere of diplomatic ceremony.

President Mattarella gestures graciously as he walks alongside King Charles III, guiding him during their official meeting at the Quirinale Palace. Dressed in coordinated formal attire, the two heads of state appear deep in discussion, trailed by decorated military personnel.

Walking side by side down a red carpet lined with members of an Italian military band, King Charles III and President Mattarella project a unified front.

From behind, King Charles III and Queen Camilla ascend a platform as a crowd gathers below, watching intently from behind a barrier. Camilla raises her hand in greeting. The ancient Roman architecture surrounding them adds gravitas.

The regal pageantry of Charles' Italian welcome is on full display as the monarch walks beside President Mattarella, backed by a column of mounted guards in traditional dress. The image conveys the symbolic strength of tradition — both British and Italian — in moments of international diplomacy.