Prince Harry's only role at King Charles' coronation released

Prince Harry's role at his father Charles' coronation next month comes as he is set to attend the historic ceremony alone without his wife Meghan Markle. Prince Harry will play a minimal role at the ceremony, and he and Prince William will not even be seen on camera together, The Mirror reported.

Prince Harry: Prince Harry leaves the royal court in London. (AP)

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He will not take part in the royal procession or the coronation procession to and from Buckingham Palace, nor will Prince Harry be on the Buckingham Palace balcony, the report said. Prince Harry knew the historic occasion would be "the most important day" of King Charles' life, so he wanted to attend the ceremony, the report said, but he wanted to meet with King Charles and Prince William before the coronation.

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"Harry is very clear and his position is unwavering - if he feels the atmosphere will be as toxic as it was during the Queen's platinum jubilee and funeral, he won't be coming. He is said to want to reconcile with his family and that is their call, but so far nothing has changed," said The Mirror. reported. The palace confirmed Prince Harry's arrival, saying: "Buckingham Palace can confirm that The Duke of Sussex will attend the coronation service at Westminster Abbey on 6 May.

The Duchess of Sussex will be in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

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