Overview
- The Mirror and Daily Record cite an anonymous source saying Prince Harry postponed his 2014 30th-birthday plans after the Princess of Wales developed severe morning sickness during her second pregnancy.
- Kensington Palace officially confirmed Kate’s morning sickness at the time, but did not confirm any cancellation of Harry’s celebration.
- Vanity Fair later reported the birthday gathering ultimately took place at Clarence House with champagne sent by King Charles, creating a conflicting timeline.
- The retrospective is framed against current relations, with reports noting Harry and the Princess of Wales did not cross paths during his recent UK visit to mark the late Queen’s death anniversary.
- The pieces use the anecdote as a hook for the week’s events, noting Harry turns 41 on Monday after brief engagements in the UK and a visit to Ukraine.