King Charles gives Prince William powerful new title amid Prince Harry rift

Prince William joined his father, King Charles III at Westminster Abbey for the 300th anniversary of the Order of the Bath

By TCP News Desk May 17, 2025

Prince William has officially received a powerful new royal honour from King Charles, a title Prince Harry will likely never get.

The Prince of Wales, 42, on Friday joined his father, King Charles III, 76, at Westminster Abbey for the 300th anniversary of the Order of the Bath, a centuries-old chivalric ceremony that celebrates senior military and civil service achievements.

During the formal service, King Charles appointed Prince William as the new Great Master of the Order, a prestigious title previously held by the monarch himself since 1975.

The emotional father-son moment unfolded as they processed through the historic Abbey in crimson robes, surrounded by Knights and Dames Grand Cross.

The duo later moved to the Henry VII Lady Chapel for the traditional installation ceremony, which included oath-taking and the formal induction of five new Knights.

The ceremonial handover marks a symbolic passing of the torch, with William stepping into a senior royal role once occupied by his father under the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

It also solidifies William’s position as the future face of the monarchy, in contrast to his younger brother, Prince Harry, who remains estranged from the royal fold.