Prince Harry 'replaced' by King Charles in key family role at Christmas
dailyrecord.co.ukKing Charles has reportedly adopted Prince Harry's role of jokester this year over the Christmas period.As a member of the Royal Family, it can be a struggle to pick out Christmas gifts - so many members of the Firm are known to buy each other trick gifts, reports the Mirror.For several years it was Prince Harry who was always considered the funniest in the room.But now, thanks to his relocation to the US with Meghan Markle, it seems someone else is stepping in.
Commentator Duncan Lacrombe told OK! Magazine: "It’s a long-running tradition for the family to exchange joke gifts at Christmas, so there’s always a lot of laughter at Sandringham." He added: “In the past, Prince Harry used to be the biggest joker, but now I imagine it’s Charles, who has a very strong sense of humour.” Many fans of the Royals may find it strange to imagine the King picking out a silly gift, but Duncan reassured that it isn't out of the usual.
Even the royals need a break from their serious demeanour. He added: "Charles once said having a sense of humour is what keeps him sane, and so sharing joke presents helps lighten the atmosphere when things can otherwise be quite formal.
And you can imagine that Princess Anne is a bit like the naughty auntie, with everyone wondering what she might say or do next!”The silly gifts have had a wide range over the years, including Princess Kate's gift to Harry.She reportedly handed him a 'grow your own girlfriend' kit prior to his relationship with Meghan.The now estranged royal previously gifted his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, a shower cap with the words “Ain’t life a b***h” printed on it.Regardless of their antics, the family is known to celebrate their present exchange on Christmas Eve rather than
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