Prince Harry Makes Historic Solo Visit to Queen Elizabeth’s Burial Without Meghan Markle on Death Anniversary

Published 09/08/2025, 8:02 AM EDT

Prince Harry made a historic solo visit to Queen Elizabeth’s burial site at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor on September 8, the third anniversary of her death, as per The Sun. The Duke of Sussex, aged 40, paid his respects privately and placed a wreath of flowers at the King George VI Memorial Chapel, where the late monarch rests alongside Prince Philip, without Meghan Markle accompanying him. Queen Elizabeth died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on September 8, 2022, and was laid to rest following her state funeral that same month.

As per the report, St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle holds deep meaning for Prince Harry, not only as the resting place of Queen Elizabeth but also as the site of his wedding to Meghan Markle in May 2018. The Duke previously visited his grandmother’s grave in 2023, continuing a pattern of personal tributes. In 2022, while he and Meghan Markle were in the United Kingdom for the WellChild Awards, news of the Queen’s declining health sent the Duke rushing to Scotland, and the couple ultimately stayed to honor her funeral ceremonies.

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Prince Harry reached the United Kingdom on September 8, beginning a busy week of charitable commitments while keeping a low profile during his stay. His first stop is the annual WellChild Awards, where he has served as patron since 2007. The event celebrates remarkable young people facing serious health challenges while also honoring the dedication of carers, parents, and medical professionals who support them tirelessly. And according to a recent report, the duke may yet feel the pull of reunion with the UK.

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After previously expressing fears about returning with his family to the UK in a BBC interview, Prince Harry’s recent solo visit suggests he could now be open to bringing Meghan Markle and their children back.

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Friends of Prince Harry told The Sunday Times that he is keen to visit the United Kingdom more often from his home in California, with hopes of bringing Meghan Markle and their children along. They said, “He’s not given up hope on bringing his family back to the UK,” and added that he wants to show his children the places of his childhood and help them connect with their British heritage. 

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Building on his rumored desire to reconnect with his roots, Prince Harry is exploring ways to overcome past obstacles, potentially paving the way for future visits with Meghan Markle and their children. With the Duchess of Sussex reportedly in crisis mode, his recent solo trip to the United Kingdom, which also paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth, represents both a moment of personal reflection and a hopeful step toward family reunion and stronger ties with his homeland.

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Yusra Miraj Khan

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Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

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