Meghan Markle appears to lack a fondness for Britain, and any potential reunion with King Charles is expected to be complex, suggests royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams during an interview with GB News.

The Duchess of Sussex has stayed away from the UK since attending Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in September 2022. Her children, Archie and Lilibet, last visited the country earlier that year for the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

King Charles has only had the opportunity to meet his granddaughter, Princess Lilibet, once when she was merely six months old. Meanwhile, Prince Harry has made multiple trips to the UK on his own over the past three years, while Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet have remained in the United States.

Additional security could “open the door” for Meghan’s return, but hurdles remain

There is a possibility that Prince Harry may soon receive enhanced security for himself and his family. Currently, a review is assessing whether their existing protection meets the risks they face. Though increased security could pave the way for Meghan to return to the UK, royal commentator Fitzwilliams believes other challenges also stand in the way of a family reunion.

Speaking to GB News, Fitzwilliams remarked, “It would open the door, but if you look at the polls, her [Meghan’s] ratings are absolutely terrible. She is not popular with the British public.”

Meghan’s lack of affection for Britain a barrier to reunion

Fitzwilliams added, “Then there is the case that she does not appear to have any affection for Britain. That has never manifested itself. I cannot see Meghan coming to Britain before the Invictus Games because what would she do and why would she come? It is not going to be as simple as turning up and seeing King Charles.”

The Duke of Sussex’s Invictus Games will be hosted in Birmingham in 2027, and Prince Harry has already sent invitations to members of his Royal Family ahead of the event. Harry founded the Invictus Games over a decade ago while still a working royal, with the first games held in London in 2014.

No members of the Royal Family attended the anniversary event in 2024 at St Paul’s Cathedral, but the Invictus Games taking place in Birmingham could see UK-based royals attending the competition.

Birmingham chosen over Washington DC to host Invictus Games

Birmingham was chosen over Washington D.C., as the final destination on the shortlist, with the UK winning out over the US as the hosting nation.

Prince Harry praised Birmingham’s strong ties to the Armed Forces community, saying:

“We have no doubt the people of Birmingham will join in celebrating the unwavering respect and admiration we have for our veteran and service community, showing the world how their courage ignites hope and unites us all—something your city knows well.”