They’ve never been each other’s biggest fans.
It’s said Prince Harry hasn’t forgiven his father for the way he treated Princess Diana, and Charles has long despaired over his youngest son’s wayward behaviour as a teen, bringing the monarchy into disrepute.
But enter plucky American actress Meghan Markle, 36, herself from a broken home, and their relationship has completely changed.
“Meghan’s first priority was winning over her future father-in-law,” says a source.
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Meghan has brought the entire family together.
“At first Harry couldn’t believe she was going to so much effort, but the more time they spent with Charles, the more Harry realised he must bury the hatchet.”
“Harry was very touched by how welcoming Charles was to Meghan who, though confident, must have found adapting to royal life hugely intimidating. Charles played a huge part in making her feel at home.”
By the time the wedding rolled around, Meghan and Charles, 69, were firm friends, which the whole world learned when she asked him to escort her down the aisle after her own dad was unable to make it.
Charles adores Meghan.
“Are you all right? You look lovely,” Charles is believed to have whispered to her, earning him new fans around the world.
Further cementing Harry, 33, and Charles’ newfound closeness is how he’s taken care of Meghan’s mother Doria.
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This is one of the family’s most cherished moments.
“His first priority throughout the wedding was to make sure Doria was OK and felt part of the festivities, even though she was seated alone.
“Harry was overwhelmed when he saw his dad on the steps of the church with Doria on one arm and Camilla on the other.”
“The rest of the family have noticed a real shift in Harry and Charles’ relationship after all this time, and it’s all because of Meghan and her mum breathing new life into the palace.”
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