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King Charles Iii

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Also known as King Charles III, King Charles, Prince Charles, former Prince Charles

21 stories · latest Oct 29, 2026 · Royals

King Charles Iii biography

King Charles III is the reigning British monarch who assumed the throne after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. He performs state duties alongside his wife, Queen Camilla, while managing medical care for a cancer diagnosis received in 2024. He is the father of Prince William, the Prince of Wales, and Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex.

Recent coverage highlights his firm stance on royal protocols and ongoing palace history. King Charles III issued formal correspondence reiterating that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle cannot use HRH titles and remain non-working royals. Additionally, the monarch addressed public debate sparked by claims about Princess Diana in Earl Charles Spencer's memoir.

  • Coverage of King Charles III focuses on his maintenance of traditional monarchical boundaries alongside his public duties.
  • Reports highlight his unified approach with Prince William regarding non-working royals and his efforts to manage personal health challenges publicly.
  • Media attention also consistently revisits historical family dynamics and past royal controversies.

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  1. Stateside Bound! King Charles and Queen Camilla Set for Big American Visit

    Apr 2, 2026

    Buckingham Palace confirmed that King Charles and Queen Camilla scheduled an official trip to the United States.

    Stateside Bound! King Charles and Queen Camilla Set for Big American Visit
  2. King Charles III Continues Royal Duties Alongside Queen Camilla Amid Ongoing Cancer Battle

    Aug 19, 2026

    King Charles continued executing state obligations alongside Queen Camilla following his 2024 cancer diagnosis.

    King Charles III Continues Royal Duties Alongside Queen Camilla Amid Ongoing Cancer Battle
  3. Prince Harry Spotted in the UK as King Charles Reasserts His Royal Boundary

    Sep 7, 2026

    King Charles reaffirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain strictly non-working royals.

    Prince Harry Spotted in the UK as King Charles Reasserts His Royal Boundary
  4. King Charles Sends Formal Letter Confirming Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Cannot Use HRH Titles

    Sep 9, 2026

    King Charles issued a formal letter confirming that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle cannot use HRH titles.

    King Charles Sends Formal Letter Confirming Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Cannot Use HRH Titles
  5. Royal Drama: King Charles Slams Earl Spencer's Claims Over Princess Diana's Death

    Sep 17, 2026

    King Charles directly addressed allegations published in Earl Charles Spencer's book about the royal family's reaction to Princess Diana's 1997 death.

    Royal Drama: King Charles Slams Earl Spencer's Claims Over Princess Diana's Death

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Charles Spencer Claims Royal Family Members Were 'Relieved' By Princess Diana's Death In Bombshell Memoir
Royal Drama: King Charles Slams Earl Spencer's Claims Over Princess Diana's Death
King Charles sounded “giddily excited” after ex-wife Princess Diana’s death, per Charles Spencer’s bombshell new book.
Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer (pictured above in July 2021), makes the claim in his upcoming “Swan Song: Diana, My Sister” book.
Spencer’s tell-all recalls a conversation during which his ex-brother-in-law (pictured above in February 1981) allegedly sounded “like a lottery winner.”
Charles (pictured above in October 1991) was allegedly “strangely matter-of-fact, given the enormity of the disaster,” Spencer writes.
“I suspect the prince’s first reaction must have been to think more of how this event might free him to marry the woman he loved, [Queen Camilla],” Spencer writes.
Charles Spencer Claims King Charles Made Harsh Princess Diana Remark
King Charles and Prince William Agree on One Major Rule for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
The father-son pair (pictured above in October 2025) are “in sync” when it comes to the pair “not representing the royal family.”
The duo (pictured above in September 2022) reportedly share this sentiment “without a doubt.”
William (pictured above in February 2014) remains estranged from Harry.
Charles, meanwhile, has spoken to his youngest son — but William doesn’t mind.
He believes that choice is “entirely up to Charles” but plans to, himself, have no relationship with Harry (pictured above in April 2018) in any capacity.
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defense Forces (seen above), announced the decision as a show of allegiance to King Charles III.
Kainerugaba wrote on X (as seen in the screenshot above) that the country “will not participate in anything that does not have” Charles’ approval.
King Charles Sends Formal Letter Confirming Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Cannot Use HRH Titles
Charles sent a letter confirming that Meghan Markle and Harry (seen here in 2019) will remain private citizens despite their move back to the UK.
Queen Elizabeth II (seen here with Charles, Markle and Harry in 2018) died on Sept. 8, 2022.
King Charles Immerses Himself in Junkanoo Festivities on Caribbean Tour
King Charles Faces Ongoing Royal Dilemma Over Sidelined Prince Andrew
“Thanks to Prince Harry, and I would argue the King, we have all been dragged into a squalid little argument between the duke, his father and his father’s staff, after Harry’s office told the BBC the couple was ‘surprise
Radio Silence: Prince Harry Hasn't Spoken to King Charles Since Returning to the UK
Prince Harry And Meghan Markle 'Surprised' By King Charles Royal Edict As Palace Briefing War Reignites
Prince Harry Spotted in the UK as King Charles Reasserts His Royal Boundary
Harry’s sighting comes after King Charles III (seen here) reportedly doubled down on his son’s status as a non-working royal. Samir Hussein/

King Charles Iii: your questions

What health condition was King Charles III diagnosed with?

King Charles III was diagnosed with a form of cancer in 2024, though he continues to perform his public duties alongside Queen Camilla.

Why can't Prince Harry and Meghan Markle use HRH titles?

King Charles III sent a formal letter confirming that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are strictly prohibited from using HRH designations following their step back from working royal duties.

Are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle still working royals?

No, King Charles III confirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain strictly outside the circle of working royals.

Who is King Charles III married to?

King Charles III is married to Queen Camilla, who joins him for official engagements and state duties.

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