Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appeared to complete a successful four-day tour of Australia as they received a warm welcome from Australians.
The optics of the visit worked in the Sussexes’ favor, as it had many similarities to an official royal tour. However, there was one particular item on their to-do list that they couldn’t accomplish after facing a major rejection.
The Irwin family is very popular in Australia and especially with Robert Irwin’s work and his fame amplified after winning Dancing with the Stars, they have a special prestige in the country. So much so that Prince William has named Robert one of the Earthshot Prize ambassadors, an important and deeply personal initiative that William had taken five years ago.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were therefore looking forward to meeting the Irwins, especially the famous conservationist at the Australia Zoo in Queensland. However, it was not possible during the four-day trip, according to New Idea magazine.
The source revealed that there is “no ill will” towards the Sussexes on the part of the Irwins, citing that “it wasn’t possible.” Although it is key to note that they are all “staunch monarchists and fiercely loyal to The Firm.”
“Aligning themselves with the Irwins’ noble causes is something Meghan and Harry could agree with,” the source said. But it seems that Robert played it safe because he didn’t want to upset William.
