Prince Harry returns home to Montecito to reunite with pregnant Meghan and Archie

Prince Harry returned home to California from London yesterday, Dailymail.com can reveal, missing the Queen’s birthday today and with the Windsor’s family row unresolved after meeting only once with his father and William following the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral.

The Duke of Sussex, 36, is understood to have flown into Los Angeles on an American Airlines flight from London Heathrow shortly after 1.30pm local time yesterday. 

His chauffeur-driven MPV was seen leaving the private terminal at LAX, reserved for celebrities and the super-rich, and was spotted again arriving at the Sussexes’ Montecito mansion at around 4pm. 

Harry returned to the US just 24 hours before his grandmother the Queen turned 95 today – just days after the funeral of her beloved husband of 73 years – as she spends her first birthday without him in more than seven decades. 

Her Majesty, the world’s oldest reigning monarch, will spend a ‘low key’ day at Windsor Castle, where she will see family members and walk her dogs. Prince Charles is at his Welsh home and Prince William is not expected to visit. 

Family members living closest to the Queen, who may be able to see her, including Prince Andrew, Princess Eugenie, and the Earl and Countess of Wessex. There will be no traditional gun salutes or birthday photo due to the monarch remaining in mourning. 

Harry also chose to fly from Britain with the rift with his father and brother caused by his decision to emigrate and pour his heart out to Oprah still seemingly unresolved.

After Saturday’s emotional funeral William and Harry took ‘baby steps’ towards healing their relationship after they walked back to Windsor Castle from St George’s Chapel together after being pushed together by peacemaker Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge.

Later there was a face-to-face meeting within the grounds of the castle between the brothers and their father Prince Charles, but, in an unprecedented development that lays bare the depth of their rift, Charles and William preferred to meet with Harry together so that nobody’s words could be misconstrued afterwards, MailOnline’s Dan Wootton revealed yesterday.  

Prince Harry’s chauffeur-driven MPV was seen leaving the private terminal at LAX, reserved for celebrities and the super-rich, and was spotted again arriving at the Sussexes’ Montecito mansion at around 4pm

Harry's car was seen arriving at his home in Montecito at around 4 pm to return to wife Meghan and son Archie

Harry’s car was seen arriving at his home in Montecito at around 4 pm to return to wife Meghan and son Archie 

He had flown into the UK on an American Airlines flight just over a week ago and spent most of his British trip in quarantine at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor

He had flown into the UK on an American Airlines flight just over a week ago and spent most of his British trip in quarantine at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor

The royal, 36, is understood to have flown into LAX on an American Airlines flight that arrived in Los Angeles shortly after 1.30pm local time

The royal, 36, is understood to have flown into LAX on an American Airlines flight that arrived in Los Angeles shortly after 1.30pm local time

His car was seen leaving the private terminal at LAX minutes after the plane landed and was spotted again arriving in Montecito around 4pm

Harry’s return to the U.S. means he will miss the Queen’s 95th birthday tomorrow. She remains in mourning following the death of Prince Philip but will resume official duties on Friday

William had joint meeting with Harry because they were too scared to meet him individually 

Charles and William preferred to meet with Harry together at Windsor so that nobody’s words could be misconstrued afterwards, MailOnline’s Dan Wootton revealed. 

A senior royal insider said: ‘Obviously after the worldwide fallout of the Oprah interview trust has to be rebuilt.

‘There was no official wake after the funeral, but Charles, William and Harry took the opportunity to speak and catch-up face to face after many months apart.

‘They were only able to spend a short time together outdoors given Covid restrictions and also without staff, including senior courtiers, overhearing what was being said.

‘It was important to Charles and William that they were both there together. It means nothing spoken about can be misconstrued in the future.’

Kate also attended parts of the talks, some of which took place at Frogmore Cottage, Harry’s home within the grounds of Windsor Castle, according to The Sun.

Given the tensions, sparked by claims of racism and uncaring behaviour by the Royal Family when Meghan says she was suffering from mental health issues, a full rapprochement did not occur.

Another senior royal insider said: ‘There is much pain and hurt on both sides, so this reconciliation will take place in baby steps.

‘First, they need to decide on some ground rules as to how they conduct business going forward in a way that makes all parties feel safe and protected.’

Crucially, Charles and William have the Queen’s support to deal with the situation.

The source explained: ‘The Queen has made it clear to senior advisers that she is united with Charles and William, and was disappointed with aspects of Harry and Meghan’s interview.’ 

 Harry had been widely reported to have been planning to stay for the Queen’s birthday, although sources said he was ‘conflicted’ about the decision and wanted to get home to Meghan.

He had flown into the UK on an American Airlines flight just over a week ago and spent most of his British trip in quarantine at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor.

Father-of-one Harry will now begin a second 10-day quarantine – a requirement for international travelers journeying to the US, although it is not mandatory unlike in the UK.

CDC guidelines recommend travelers get a Covid-19 test prior to departure and self-isolate for 10 days after they return.

California also has its own travel advisory, with visitors and residents required to fill in a form that includes their contact details on arrival at LAX.

The LA guidelines also say travelers should quarantine, although that advice includes exemptions for those traveling for work or for urgent family matters.

Harry’s brief visit to the UK for the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh was his first trip back to Britain in a year.

Pregnant Meghan, who is expecting a baby girl in the summer, was told not to travel with him but did send a handwritten note and a wreath.

The trip also marked the first time he has seen his family since making explosive allegations about royal racism during an interview with Oprah last month and claiming his father and brother are ‘trapped in the system’.

Sources told the Mail on Sunday Harry received a frosty reception when he appeared at Philip’s funeral on Saturday and was largely ignored by senior royals, among them Princess Anne and the Earl and Countess of Wessex.

His presence also caused problems for courtiers – although the Duke of Edinburgh had wanted military uniform to be worn for his funeral, Harry is not entitled to wear it having given up his military roles as part of the Megxit deal.

Instead, the Queen decided to spare Harry’s blushes by having the royal party wear morning suits to the funeral.

Pregnant Meghan, who is expecting a baby girl in the summer, was told not to travel with him but did send a handwritten note and a wreath

Pregnant Meghan, who is expecting a baby girl in the summer, was told not to travel with him but did send a handwritten note and a wreath

Although William and Harry's interactions initially looked frosty, they were pictured chatting together after the service as they made their way back to the castle

Although William and Harry’s interactions initially looked frosty, they were pictured chatting together after the service as they made their way back to the castle

He reportedly texted with his father and brother beforehand but didn’t see them in person until shortly before the service began.

Although William and Harry’s interactions initially looked frosty, they were pictured chatting together after the service as they made their way back to the castle.

Prince Charles and his two sons are then reported to have spent three hours ‘clearing the air’ immediately after the funeral.

But Page Six and The Telegraph both reported that Harry and Charles did not have a one-on-one due to fears of a misunderstanding.

The pair were said to be unlikely to meet again before the Duke of Sussex headed back to the US, reported The Times.

Sources told the outlets that both Charles and William wanted each other present for any meeting for fear that a ‘twisted version of events’ would leak out from Harry’s camp.

Harry is due to return to the UK again at the end of July for the unveiling of a memorial to his mother Princess Diana. 

Grieving Queen turns 95 alone just days after husband Philip’s funeral – with Princess Anne and the Countess of Wessex among the ‘rota’ of royals set to pay her a morale-boosting visit

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The Queen turns 95 today – just days after the funeral of her beloved husband Prince Philip –  as she spends her first birthday without him in more than seven decades. 

The world’s oldest reigning monarch will mark the day in a ‘low key’ fashion at Windsor Castle, according to sources, hosting a visit from close family members and walking her dogs. 

Celebrations will be a subdued affair this year with no traditional gun salutes and no traditional birthday picture, as the Queen remains in mourning for her husband of 73 years, the Duke of Edinburgh, who she has called her ‘strength and stay’.  

Cruel coronavirus restrictions meant the farewell was a royal funeral like no other – with the monarch sitting isolated and alone at the service in images that shocked the nation. 

And today is set to bring more sadness as the Queen prepares to celebrate her first birthday during her reign without her husband – and Britain’s longest serving consort – by her side.

The Trooping of the Colour in June – which celebrates the monarch’s ‘official’ birthday – is no longer going ahead due to the Covid pandemic.

Instead, courtiers are considering an ‘alternative parade’ in the quadrangle at Windsor Castle, similar to an event dubbed ‘mini Trooping’ that was held last summer. 

Prime Minister Boris Johnson today lead tributes to the Queen, saying: ‘I would like to send my warm wishes to Her Majesty The Queen on her 95th birthday. 

‘I have always had the highest admiration for Her Majesty and her service to this country and the Commonwealth. I am proud to serve as her Prime Minister.’

Pictured: The Queen and Prince Philip attend a Thanksgiving Service at St Paul's Cathedral held in honour of her official 80th birthday in 2006

Pictured: The Queen and Prince Philip attend a Thanksgiving Service at St Paul’s Cathedral held in honour of her official 80th birthday in 2006

Prime Minister Boris Johnson today lead tributes to the Queen, writing a message on Twitter

Prime Minister Boris Johnson today lead tributes to the Queen, writing a message on Twitter

The Royal Family said in a statement: 'Today is The Queen’s 95th birthday. HM was born on 21 April 1926 at 17 Bruton Street in London, the first child of The Duke and Duchess of York'

The Royal Family said in a statement: ‘Today is The Queen’s 95th birthday. HM was born on 21 April 1926 at 17 Bruton Street in London, the first child of The Duke and Duchess of York’

The Royal Family said in a statement: ‘Today is The Queen’s 95th birthday. HM was born on 21 April 1926 at 17 Bruton Street in London, the first child of The Duke and Duchess of York. 

‘This year The Queen remains at Windsor Castle during a period of Royal Mourning following the death of The Duke of Edinburgh.’

In a bid to keep Her Majesty company, the family have agreed a rota to visit the Queen over the coming days to ensure that she is not left alone. 

Princess Anne and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, are reported to be among the Queen’s first visitors.  

It comes as the royals mark two weeks of mourning following Philip’s death on April 9 at the age of 99. 

Because of the mourning period, there will be no gun salutes to celebrate the Queen’s birthday – marking the second year in a row without the tradition.

The Queen last year decided the celebratory display of military firepower would not be ‘appropriate’ as the UK was in lockdown with thousands dead from the coronavirus outbreak. 

Usually a 21-gun salute is fired by the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery from either Hyde Park or Green Park, followed by a 62-gun salute at the Tower of London by the Honourable Artillery Company. 

On this day last year, the Royal Family marked the celebration by releasing poignant private home videos of the Queen playing with her younger sister Margaret. 

The touching archive films from the Royal Collection Trust revealed candid memories of the two sisters growing up. 

They provide a rare insight into family life for the Queen as a young Princess Elizabeth.

The clips showed Elizabeth playing with a pram as a toddler, on a seesaw and playing in a garden and dancing on a yacht with Margaret. 

Poignant images of Her Majesty bowing her head and watching the Duke of Edinburgh's coffin from behind a mask in St George's Chapel moved millions in Britain and around the world

Poignant images of Her Majesty bowing her head and watching the Duke of Edinburgh’s coffin from behind a mask in St George’s Chapel moved millions in Britain and around the world 

The world's oldest reigning monarch will spend the day at Windsor Castle. Unlike her official birthday, which is celebrated on the second Saturday in June, Wednesday's anniversary will pass without public celebration

The world’s oldest reigning monarch will spend the day at Windsor Castle. Unlike her official birthday, which is celebrated on the second Saturday in June, Wednesday’s anniversary will pass without public celebration

The Queen has said she was ‘coping’ after the funeral of her husband on Saturday and was spotted a day later driving out of Windsor Castle in a green Jaguar. 

Reports have suggested that family members have agreed a rota to visit the Queen over the coming days to make sure the Queen has company on the day – with Princess Anne and Sophie Wessex among the first.

Both women form part of a group of loyal, discreet and ‘utterly trustworthy’ women of the Queen’s inner circle who are offering crucial support as she faces life without her beloved Philip.

Also in this core group of confidantes are the Queen’s childhood friend Lady Pamela Hicks and Royal dresser Angela Kelly.

‘Sophie is like another daughter to the Queen, they are that close,’ said a Royal source. 

‘She is trusted and relied on like few others.’  

Queen Elizabeth will spend her birthday at Windsor Castle. Pictured: Queen Elizabeth at Windsor on the occasion of her 50th birthday in 1976 [File photo]

Queen Elizabeth will spend her birthday at Windsor Castle. Pictured: Queen Elizabeth at Windsor on the occasion of her 50th birthday in 1976 [File photo]

The pair are said to speak at least once a day and enjoy regular Saturday ‘movie afternoons’ when they watch old films together.

Today marks the Queen’s actual birthday. Her official birthday is celebrated on the second Saturday in June with the Trooping the Colour parade.

The June tradition was started by King George II in 1748, who felt it would be too cold to have the outdoor ceremony on his actual birthday in November.

She will also be visited by her son Andrew and granddaughter Eugenie in the coming days, the Mirror reported. 

Camilla is also expected to visit the Queen this week. 

‘The Queen will not be alone. She will have others who care about her deeply and want to be there to support her in her most pressing hour,’ a source told The Mirror

‘In typical fashion the Queen has insisted she is coping and despite the suggestion she had prepared herself for this day to come, everyone is well aware there is nothing like the experience when it comes.’

8th July 1941: Princess Elizabeth is pictured amongst a syringa bush in the grounds of Windsor Castle, Berkshire at the age of 15

8th July 1941: Princess Elizabeth is pictured amongst a syringa bush in the grounds of Windsor Castle, Berkshire at the age of 15

Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was born at 2.40am on April 21 1926. 

She was the first child of the then-Duke and Duchess of York, later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.

Elizabeth was born by caesarean section at 17 Bruton Street, the Mayfair home of her mother’s parents, the Earl and Countess of Strathmore.

She was never expected to be a monarch when she was born, but the abdication of her uncle Edward VIII in 1936 put her father on the throne, and changed her destiny.

She wed Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten in 1947, and became Queen at the age of 25 when George VI died from lung cancer in 1952.

Elizabeth II, who has been monarch for more than 68 years, is Head of State, the Armed Forces and the Commonwealth.

She will celebrate her platinum jubilee of 70 years on the throne in 2022. 

Queen Elizabeth II with her baby Prince Charles in the grounds of Windlesham Moor, country home in Surrey

Queen Elizabeth II with her baby Prince Charles in the grounds of Windlesham Moor, country home in Surrey

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