Harry and Meghan are reportedly trading a royal Christmas for a California one. According to the Sunday Times and People, the Sussexes are expected to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas with Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, likely flying to the U.S. with Archie and Lilibet. That means no Sandringham celebration with the royal family, even though Harry and Meghan moved back to the U.K. this summer after six years in Montecito.
The timing makes sense when you look at the last few months. Archie and Lilibet changed schools in September, a move tied to security concerns, and the couple later spoke out after reports of paparazzi walking the perimeter of the new school. Their statement drew a clear line between legitimate media coverage and photographers circling a campus. After a stretch like that, a quieter holiday with family sounds understandable.
Nothing has been officially confirmed, so treat the plans as reports for now, but royal watchers are already calling it the latest chapter in the ongoing family rift. Supporters say the couple is simply prioritizing their kids. Critics say it’s another snub. Either way, Doria Ragland’s holiday table is officially the most talked-about dinner reservation of the season. Where would you rather spend Christmas: a palace or your mom’s kitchen?
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