The brief reunion between father and son was observed as Charles left his London residence an hour after Harry’s arrival.
Following the diagnosis, King Charles III personally reached out to his family members, including Prince Harry and Prince William, to inform them before the news was made public. This gesture exemplifies his commitment to maintaining transparency and fostering close familial bonds during this period of uncertainty.
The cancer was detected in its early stages during a recent hospitalization for a procedure related to an enlarged prostate.
While King Charles undergoes treatment, he has postponed all public engagements, delegating additional responsibilities to other members of the royal family.
Despite stepping back from public-facing events, he remains actively involved in state affairs and official duties as Britain’s monarch and head of state.
Succession Details
Prince William, the king’s older son, is next in line to be king. As per royal protocol, the crown does not pass to spouses of reigning monarchs. Queen Camilla is not in the line of succession.
