Grant Harrold made some bold claims about King Charles III’s thoughts about the state of the royal family as both he and Kate Middleton undergo treatment for cancer. “Behind closed doors, it’s all a bit of a muddle,” Harrold told the New York Post of the situation in March 2024. “Obviously, the king is trying to get better, that’s going to be the big focus.” Charles’ inability to work at his usual pace, as he deals with a health crisis, has reportedly caused him frustration. “I think Charles will find it very frustrating that he’s not able to work as much, I can believe that — I know what he’s like, he’s a workaholic,” Harrold said before underlining Charles’ concern with the monarchy not showing a stronger face to the public.
In February, the former butler revealed how King Charles III’s staff felt following his first public appearance after announcing his diagnosis. According to the royal insider, who spoke with GB News, members of Charles’ household were eager for him to return home, thanks to their close working relationship. However, they were also concerned about his health. “And when they’re not well it does concern you, like it does with everybody within the household,” Harrold said. He also exalted Charles’ work ethic. “I remember in the morning, I’d go in to start my duties and he was already working, and going to bed in the evening he was still working.”
