Prince Harry & Prince William’s Relationship In Photos: The Royal Brothers & Their Complicated Bond

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Elissa Anderson

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Prince Harry & Prince William’s Relationship: Photos

Prince Harry & Prince William’s Relationship: Photos — Prince William and Prince Harry’s relationship has been in the spotlight since birth. Over the years, many have compared the future-King and his little brother, but it wasn’t until the release of Harry’s 2023 book Spare that people got a real account of the sibling rivalry.

Prince William was born June 21, 1982, and as King Charles and Princess Diana’s firstborn, his claim to the throne was inevitable. Prince Harry, born Sep. 15, 1984, didn’t have to deal with the pressure of eventually inheriting the monarchy, but instead, found himself living in the shadows of his older brother. In the book, Harry even calls William both his “beloved brother and archnemesis.”

Both went on to serve in the military, but when each man married, their lives took different courses. Of course, Prince William and Kate Middleton have been committed to the crown, as the heirs apparent. When Harry married Meghan Markle, he felt even more alienated by the Palace, and eventually, that tension lead the couple to leave their royal duties and move to America in 2020.

The brothers appeared to be estranged for years until the death of their grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, in Sep. 2022. Though they reunited for the funeral events, the relationship would crumble once more after the release of the Sussex’s 2022 Netflix documentary Harry & Meghan, and then his tell-all memoir, Spare, out Jan. 2023.

With all eyes on the brother’s relationship, we’re taking a look at the boys’ best moments together. Back in 2009, they were friendly rivals as they embarked on their military careers, seen here. Brothers Prince William and Prince Harry smiled as they posed together at RAF Shawbury, where they were undergoing military helicopter training courses.

At the time, Prince William was training to become a fully operational RAF Search and Rescue pilot, while Prince Harry was training to become a fully operational Army Air Corps pilot. In Spare, Harryrevealed he killed 25 people in Afghanistan during his time in combat, per the AP.

Ready for more moments between Prince Harry and William? See the brothers’ best photos here.

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The Royals After The Queen’s Death

The Royals After The Queen’s Death — The royals all took a somber walk to meet members of the public at Windsor Castle, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Sep. 10, 2022. On left, Kate Middleton and Prince William braced themselves for an audience, while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle walked over hand-in-hand.

Harry claims that he missed the chance to say goodbye to his grandma after the other royals jetted to Scotland without him, as reported by HollywoodLife. Talking to 60 Minutes in Jan. 2023, he remembered, “I asked my brother, I said, ‘What are your plans? How are you and Kate getting up there?'”

Harry and Meghan were in London at the time for an event. “…Then a couple of hours later, all the family members that live within the Windsor and Ascot area were jumping on a plane together. A plane with 12, 14, maybe 16 seats,” he said, adding he “was not invited.”

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Prince William & Prince Harry In 2021

Prince William & Prince Harry In 2021 — Prince William and Prince Harry looked like they were sharing a pleasant moment back in Jul. 2021. They chatted ahead of a statue unveiling on what would have been Princess Diana’s 60th birthday. The tribute was placed in the Sunken Garden at London’s Kensington Palace.

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The Royals In 2020

The Royals In 2020 — Prince Harry looked stern as he left the 2020 Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey in London behind his brother. Ahead of him, Prince William held a twisted expression on his face. Meghan seemed at ease, while Kate had a stern smile painted on.

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Prince Harry & Prince William In 2018

Prince Harry & Prince William In 2018 — Prince William and Prince Harry greeted the crowds outside of Windsor Castle on the day before Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding on May 18, 2018. Harry carried a little teddy bear while chatting with his brother.

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Prince Harry & Prince William In 2017

Prince Harry & Prince William In 2017 — Prince Harry and Prince William visited the Battle of Vimy Ridge centenary in Arras, France on Apr. 9, 2017. The military men were there in trubite to WWI.

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Prince Harry & Prince William in 2015

Prince Harry & Prince William in 2015 — Prince Harry and Prince William looked wiped out after a 2015 polo match together. Both boys looked rugged after their match, and it definitely seemed like a more friendly moment between the boys.

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Prince Harry, Prince William & Kate In 2013

Prince Harry, Prince William & Kate In 2013 — The royals got to make magic happen while visiting the set used in Harry Potter at Warner Bros. Studios’ English outpost on Apr. 26, 2013. Everyone looked a bit wary of their wands, but it seemed like a good time.

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Prince Harry With Prince William At His 2011 Wedding

Prince Harry With Prince William At His 2011 Wedding — Britain’s Prince William, left, waved at onlookers while his “best man” Prince Harry arrived at Westminster Abbey for the Royal Wedding in London on April 29, 2011. They were in full military attire.

In Harry’s bombshell book, he revealed that he was not actually William’s best man. While he appeared at his brother’s side, it was Wills’ longtime pals James Meade and Thomas Van Straubenzee, who gave the traditional “Best man” speeches at the reception, per Page Six.

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Prince Harry & Prince William In 2009

Prince Harry & Prince William In 2009 — Prince William and Prince Harry looked thick as theives during their training time at RAF Shawbury on Jun. 19, 2009. They smiled while chatting in front of a helicopter in their flight suits.

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Prince Harry & Prince William in 2007

Prince Harry & Prince William in 2007 — Prince William and Prince Harry attend the Blues and Royals combined services march in Hyde Park, London on May 13, 2007. Both boys looked handsome in bowler hats.

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Prince Harry & Prince William In 2005

Prince Harry & Prince William In 2005 — Boys will be boys! Prince Harry and Prince William looked thrilled for their dad, King Charles, on the day of his wedding to longtime love Camilla Parker Bowles on Apr. 9, 2005. Looking very of-the-era, the lads wore red ties and light vests with pinstriped trousers.

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Prince Harry & Prince William In 2003

Prince Harry & Prince William In 2003 — Game face! Prince William and Prince Harry were ready to play polo in 2003. They were both in their riding gear in this photo taken at the Beaufort Polo club in Gloucestershire, Britain.

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Prince Harry & Prince William At The Golden Jubilee

Prince Harry & Prince William At The Golden Jubilee — Prince William and Prince Harry attend their grandma the Queen’s Golden Jubilee celebrations in London on Jun. 4, 2002. They both looked so young.

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Prince Harry & Prince William In 2002

Prince Harry & Prince William In 2002 — Prince William and Prince Harry were the center of attention during their grandma’s Golden Jubilee. They were all smiles during the “party at the palace,” hosted Jun. 3, 2002.

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The Royals In 2002

The Royals In 2002 — Ski day! (Left to right) Prince Harry, King Charles, and Prince William enjoyed a family ski trip to Switzerland in 2002. It looked like a great bonding experience on the slopes.

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The Royals At Highgrove

The Royals At Highgrove — Prince William, King Charles and Prince Harry pose together for a photo at Highgrove House, where the King and Camila once resided. The boys looked handsome in jeans.

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The Princes Leave A Tribute To Diana

The Princes Leave A Tribute To Diana — Prince William and Prince Harry (right) were tear struck while viewing a memorial to their late mother Princess Diana in 1997. The boys were 15 and 12.

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The Royals In 1995

The Royals In 1995 — Princess Diana, her sons, and King Charles posed with House Master Dr. Andrew Gailey At Manor House For William’s First Day At Eton College in 1995. It was a proud moment for the family.

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Prince William & Prince Harry In 1994

Prince William & Prince Harry In 1994 — Prince William And Prince Harry got up to some mischief durng Easter 1994. They were seen playing around during the royal parade at St. Georges Chapel.

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The Royals In 1993

The Royals In 1993 — So fun! Princess Diana wasn’t afraid to get drenched while she and sons Prince Harry and Prince William enjoyed a day at Thorpe Park in Apr. 1993. They were beaming as they got off a wet log ride.

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The Princes’ First Day At School

The Princes’ First Day At School — Prince William and Prince Harry looked so cute in their school uniforms at they go back to class for spring in 1990. The little guys held their book bags and looked wiped out after a long day.

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The Royals In 1989

The Royals In 1989 — Princess Diana, King Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry looked like the picture perfect family during this holiday photo from the Scilly Isles in Britain in 1989. The boys matched their plaid shorts, polos, and little crewneck sweaters while dad was smart in a grey suit and mom wore a cute pink sweaters.

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The Royal In 1985

The Royal In 1985 — Ciao! Princess Diana carried Prince Harry while King Charles held onto Prince William during a sail on he Royal Yacht Britannia around Venice, Italy in 1985.

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Princess Diana & Kids In 1984

Princess Diana & Kids In 1984 — Princess Diana looked radiant while holding newborn Prince Harry in this 1984 portriat. She wore all white while eldest Prince William sat at her feet in a cute cream top and blue shorts.

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