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Prince Harry says King Charles doing great at TIME100 Gala

Published 17 July 2026

Prince Harry offered a rare public update on his father's health, stating King Charles III is "doing great" as he continues treatment for cancer. The Duke of Sussex made the comments during a surprise appearance at the TIME100 Sports Gala in New York City on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

According to reports from the event, Harry, 41, was overheard telling guests about his family. He said his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and their children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, were happy to be back home in California following a recent visit to the United Kingdom. He reportedly added that "the kids are growing like weeds."

The appearance came shortly after a rare family reunion in Britain. Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles, 77, and Queen Camilla had hosted Harry, Meghan, and their two children at Highgrove House. The gathering marked the first time the King had reportedly seen his grandchildren since 2022. Meghan and the children did not make any public appearances during the UK visit. Despite this meeting, Harry is understood to remain estranged from his elder brother, Prince William.

At the gala, Harry took to the stage to deliver a speech centered on the power...

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