Duke of Sussex quietly honoured his late grandmother on anniversary of her death
Prince Harry has long been known for his close relationship with his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. That bond was reflected in a poignant gesture last year, when he reportedly made a private visit to her resting place on the anniversary of her passing.
The Duke of Sussex was photographed leaving St George’s Chapel at Windsor, the same church where he married Meghan Markle in 2018. The chapel is also the final resting place of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.
According to GB News, Harry, dressed simply in a white shirt and smart trousers, appeared solemn as he exited the church. The rare moment was spotted by tourists and later shared by royal fans online.
The visit came just one day after Harry attended the 2023 WellChild Awards in London, where he gave an emotional speech that included a tribute to the Queen.
Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal life in 2020 and have since built a life in California with their children, Archie and Lilibet. Yet Harry has often spoken warmly about his grandmother, and his quiet return to Windsor reflected that enduring affection.
In season two of With Love, Meghan, released August 26, the Duchess shared how the couple were separated from their children for nearly three weeks while attending the Queen’s funeral in 2022. “I was not well,” Meghan admitted, recalling the difficulty of that time.
For Harry, the private anniversary visit was a reminder that despite distance and family rifts, his bond with the late monarch remains deeply personal.
