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Meghan Markle’s coronation absence is ‘self-preservation’ as Prince Harry makes ‘Solomon-like’ choice: experts
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Meghan Markle will stay behind in California with son Prince Archie and daughter Princess Lilibet during King Charles' coronation in London.
"Buckingham Palace is pleased to confirm that The Duke of Sussex will attend the Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey on May 6th," the palace shared. "The Duchess of Sussex will remain in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet."
Christopher Andersen, author of "The King," told Fox News Digital that the appearance will be "a very uncomfortable, highly awkward situation for Harry," following the publication of his explosive memoir "Spare." Therefore, it made sense that the Duchess of Sussex would avoid the intense scrutiny and stay behind in their California home with their two children.
"Harry will be cheered, but he will also probably be booed, and he is also likely to feel sidelined and marginalized," Andersen explained. "But there's no doubt that this was the right decision. I'm sure King Charles is breathing a sigh of relief. As compromises go, this is a good one."