The possibility of a reconciliation between Prince William and Prince Harry has once again attracted attention, with a new report suggesting that two members of their extended family could play an important role in bringing the brothers closer.
The two women reportedly have a longstanding relationship with both princes. They are Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes, the elder sisters of the late Princess Diana. Unlike Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, the sisters have maintained a relatively private presence while remaining connected to the royal family.
Who Are the Two Royal Women Who Could Help Reunite the Brothers?
Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes have been part of Prince William and Prince Harry’s lives since childhood. Following Princess Diana’s death in 1997, her sisters remained important members of the wider family.
According to a report by The Royal Observer, the two women have maintained close links with both princes over the years and have reportedly tried to help ease tensions between them. Their longstanding family relationships could offer a channel for communication should the brothers become willing to rebuild their relationship.
However, there is no confirmed announcement that either sister is currently arranging a reconciliation.
A Family Funeral Brought the Brothers Under One Roof
One of the events highlighted in recent reporting was the funeral of Lord Robert Fellowes, Lady Jane’s husband and the princes’ uncle, in August 2024.
Both William and Harry attended the funeral, despite the reported strain in their relationship. According to reports, the brothers did not speak to one another during the occasion. Their attendance at the same family gathering nevertheless brought renewed attention to the possibility of future contact.
Sources quoted in the reporting suggested that the brothers’ aunts had worked to maintain relationships with both men, without trying to force them into a reconciliation.
The distinction is important: being present at the same event does not necessarily mean the brothers have resolved their differences.
Why Princess Diana’s Sisters Remain Important to Both Princes
Lady Sarah and Lady Jane share a personal connection with William and Harry through their late mother. Both women have been part of important family occasions throughout the princes’ lives and have generally avoided publicly discussing the brothers’ private disagreements.
Their relationship with the princes is also different from that of other members of the royal family. As Diana’s sisters, they have their own memories of her and a family bond with both sons that predates the public disagreements of recent years.
Their potential role in any future reconciliation would depend on the brothers themselves. Neither has publicly confirmed that the sisters are acting as mediators.
Can William and Harry Repair Their Relationship?
The relationship between the brothers has been the subject of extensive public attention since Harry and Meghan stepped back from their senior royal roles in 2020. Harry’s interviews and memoir have also brought aspects of the family’s disagreements into the public domain.
Although there have been occasional opportunities for the brothers to attend the same events, a lasting reconciliation has not been publicly confirmed.
A future conversation could involve private discussions, family gatherings or a gradual rebuilding of trust. For now, any suggestion that a particular family member can bring the two together remains speculation rather than an established plan.
A Possible Path Forward for the Royal Family
Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes may remain important figures in the wider family because of their shared history with the princes and their connection to Princess Diana. Their private approach could allow them to offer support without adding to public pressure.
Whether that support eventually leads to a reunion is unknown. Any meaningful change in the relationship will ultimately depend on William and Harry and their willingness to communicate.
For royal watchers, the possibility of a family reconciliation remains a topic of interest, but there is currently no confirmed timetable or official statement announcing a reunion.
What do you think? Could Princess Diana’s sisters help Prince William and Prince Harry rebuild their relationship, or will the brothers need to find their own way forward?