Will Charlotte and Louis struggle like Prince Harry as the 'spares'? Expert weighs in
Prince Harry felt sidelined as the "spare", Charlotte and Louis may have a different experience
Being the "spare" in a royal family can be challenging—a reality Prince Harry has spoken about openly. But will Prince George’s younger siblings face the same struggle?
As 11-year-old Prince George stands as second-in-line to the throne after his father, Prince William, questions have emerged about the futures of his younger siblings—Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6.
Royal author Phil Dampier shared his insights with Fabulous, suggesting that Charlotte and Louis may play significant roles in the monarchy.
"He [George] is the future King, but the way things are going, Charlotte and Louis may have major roles in the future. Certainly, the royal family will need them as they are getting thin on the ground."
Dampier pointed out that while Prince Harry felt sidelined as the "spare", Charlotte and Louis may have a different experience, thanks to their close bond.
"Prince Harry always felt like ‘The Spare,’ but perhaps that won’t happen with Charlotte and Louis, as there are two of them, and they will support each other—as well as George."
With the royal family evolving, it remains to be seen how Prince William’s younger children will define their royal roles in the future.
