Princess Eugenie may play a key role as a mediator between Prince Harry and the Royal Family as she remains a trusted ally amid the Duke of Sussex's strained family relationships. Prince Harry’s closeness to Eugenie has reportedly continued despite his departure from royal duties and relocation to the United States with his wife, Meghan Markle, in 2020.
"Eugenie undoubtedly does have something of a challenge on her hands to maintain good relationships with both Harry and Meghan - and the rest of the Royal Family. But I think the King is probably happy that Harry still has at least one royal cousin he clearly trusts, and presumably wants to see more of,” former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond exclusively told OK!.
According to Bond, Eugenie might serve as a bridge, allowing Harry to stay updated on the Royal Family’s sentiments and enabling the family to inquire about Harry’s well-being if desired. Although a formal reconciliation seems unlikely at present, she thinks any future mending of ties would need a starting point – and Eugenie might be “that person”.
“Charles does have someone he can quietly ask about Harry‘s well-being if he is so inclined, Bond said.
"Any reconciliation – which at this stage still seems unlikely – has to start somewhere and with someone. And that person could possibly be Eugenie… but don’t hold your breath," Bond added.
Recently, reports surfaced that Harry and Meghan have purchased a property in Portugal, situated near Eugenie’s residence with her husband, Jack Brooksbank. This new proximity is expected to allow more frequent family interactions, especially for their young children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who can bond with Eugenie’s sons, August and Ernest Brooksbank.
The setup offers the potential for stronger ties between the cousins, which may indirectly strengthen Harry’s connection to the Royal Family.
