Prince Harry’s claim of being the royal “spare” appears to be reinforced once again as Prince William is now reportedly the leading candidate to become godfather to the Duke of Westminster’s newborn daughter. Despite Prince Harry’s historic closeness to Hugh Grosvenor, it’s Prince William who insiders believe will be granted the honour.
Prince William Expected to Be Chosen Godfather
According to reports from the Daily Express, the Prince of Wales is expected to be named godfather to Cosima Florence Grosvenor, the first child of Hugh Grosvenor and his wife Olivia, born on July 27. While the couple has yet to officially announce the names of their child’s godparents, royal sources suggest that William is the likely choice.
This comes as no surprise to many royal watchers. William and Hugh share a long-standing friendship. Hugh was chosen as godfather to Prince George in 2013, and William served as an usher at the Duke of Westminster’s lavish wedding earlier this year.
Prince Harry’s Absence Raises Eyebrows
In contrast, Prince Harry was notably absent from the Westminster wedding—a decision that drew attention given his previously strong relationship with Hugh. The two were once thought to be close friends, and there was early speculation that Harry might play a significant role in Hugh’s family milestones. However, the current state of their relationship remains unclear, particularly as Harry continues to live in California and is largely estranged from senior members of the royal family.
Though no official comments have been made, Harry’s exclusion from recent royal events and honors continues to reflect the deepening divide between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal household.
William’s Low-Key Reaction to Baby News
Prince William hasn’t publicly commented on Cosima’s birth, but it is believed that he privately congratulated the couple. At the time of the announcement, William was in Switzerland attending the UEFA Women’s Euro Final with Princess Charlotte.
Meanwhile, reports from the Daily Mail suggest that Prince Harry is willing to share details of his upcoming public engagements with both Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace, indicating a potential softening of his previously firm stance on royal separation. However, insiders remain skeptical about the likelihood of full reconciliation anytime soon.
