Prince William and Prince Harry were notably absent from the inheritance of their late uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes, who passed away in July last year at age 82. Fellowes, married to Princess Diana’s sister Lady Jane Fellowes, left an estate valued at just over £1.5 million, with the bulk bequeathed to his wife and no provisions for his famous nephews.
Lord Robert Fellowes had a distinguished career as Private Secretary to Queen Elizabeth II, a role he held from 1990 until his retirement in 1999. In recognition of his service, he was granted a life peerage in the Queen’s Birthday Honours that same year. His estate, according to High Court documents, totaled £1,517,418 before deductions, which included legal fees of £4,000.
Charitable donations from the estate were also made, comprising £1,000 to a local hospice, £5,000 to Eton College, and £500 to St Mary’s Church, highlighting his philanthropic commitments.
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Following his death, both William and Harry attended a memorial service in August. Reverend Dan Tansley, who spoke to The Sun, remarked on the significance of their attendance. He noted that while William’s presence was expected, Harry’s attendance was a surprise, marking one of the rare occasions the brothers appeared together publicly since Harry’s move to the United States in 2020.
Despite ongoing speculation about a family reconciliation, royal commentator Jennie Bond expressed doubts about a swift resolution to the brothers’ estrangement. Bond emphasized that although Harry has forgiven members of his family and seeks to repair ties, a full reconciliation would likely require formal invitations and proper security arrangements.
This situation underscores the complex dynamics within the royal family and the continuing impact of personal and public challenges on their relationships.