Princess Diana's Relatives Supported Prince Harry at the Invictus Games Anniversary Celebration

Because family comes first.

Prince Harry Smiling Waving Lady Jane Fellowes and Earl Charles Spencer Invictus Games 10th Anniversary
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Earlier this week, Prince Harry celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games in the U.K. with a special service at St. Paul's Cathedral. Although royals like King Charles and Prince William were otherwise occupied during the event (despite receiving invitations), Harry did have support from a few other family members.

Prince Harry Hand on Midsection Walking St. Paul's Cathedral Invictus Games 10th Anniversary

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On Wednesday, Harry was photographed at the cathedral by himself, though he appeared to be in good spirits as he smiled and waved to onlookers. However, Harry's late mother Princess Diana's siblings Lady Jane Fellowes and Earl Charles Spencer were also spotted arriving separately. The two were all smiles as they made their way into the ceremony. Harry's cousins, Lara Spencer, Louis Spencer, and George McCorquodale, also made an appearance, per Town & Country.

King Charles and Queen Camilla could not attend the Invictus celebrations because they were hosting a garden party at the same time at Buckingham Palace, while Prince William was conducting investitures at Windsor Castle. Harry also reportedly extended an invite to his sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, however, the princess has been taking a break from royal engagements as she undergoes cancer treatment.

Lady Jane Fellowes and Earl Charles Spencer Walking to St. Paul's Cathedral for Invictus Games 10th Anniversary

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Over the years, Harry has stayed in touch with the maternal side of his family. When Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, were in England for Queen Elizabeth's funeral in 2022, the couple also paid a visit to Althorp, Diana's childhood house and final resting place, and spent time with Harry's aunts and uncles. Diana's sisters, Lady Jane and Lady Sarah McCorquodale, also reportedly attended the christening of Harry and Meghan's daughter Lilibet in 2023, according to People.

Harry has since jetted off to Nigeria for his and Markle's first official international tour since stepping back from their royal duties. On Friday, the couple attended a mental health summit at the Lightway Academy in Abuja, where they both spoke about the importance of ending the stigma surrounding mental health, as well as taking in a performance by local students.