Prince Harry and brother Prince William’s strained relationship continues to make headlines, with fresh details emerging about the pivotal moments behind their ongoing rift. Insiders recall the brothers’ once-close bond — which included lighthearted times alongside Princess Kate Middleton — before Harry’s royal exit fueled a major divide. Rumors of inheritance snubs, tell-all memoirs and even alleged physical altercations have kept the drama front and center, while Harry’s own journey to carve out his identity in the U.S. add new layers to his story.

Meanwhile, European royalty and former palace staff have weighed in on the family drama, expressing sympathy for Harry’s emotional journey and the trauma tied to his mother Princess Diana‘s death. Despite glimmers of potential reconciliation — like Harry’s recent visit to England — his familial estrangement persists.

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists from Us Weekly.