21 photos show how Prince Harry and Prince William's relationship has changed through the years

Mikhaila FrielMay 12, 2020, 16:28 IST

Prince Harry and Prince William sharing an embrace back in 2014.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Royal brothers Prince William and Prince Harry have shared a close bond since birth.
This bond was only strengthened after they experienced the tragic death of their mother, Princess Diana, in 1997. Harry was only 12 years old at the time, while William was 15.
When Kate Middleton married into the family in 2011, Harry was far from a third wheel. He even collaborated with the couple on Heads Together, a mental health initiative.
However, things appeared to change in 2019, and Harry confirmed this by saying he and William were "on different paths at the moment."
The brothers reunited for Harry and Meghan Markle's final royal engagement in March 2020, however they didn't appear to interact at the event.
Insider has gathered 21 photos that show how their relationship has changed through the years.
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Harry and William stepped out for their final royal engagement together in March 2020, two months after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they were resigning from their senior roles. The brothers didn't appear to speak or make eye contact during the event.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at Westminster Abbey on Commonwealth Day. Phil Harris/Pool via AP Images

Harry and William stepped out for their final royal engagement together in March 2020, two months after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they were resigning from their senior roles. The brothers didn't appear to speak or make eye contact during the event.

Harry and William came face to face for the first time since Harry admitted they were "on different paths" at the Festival of Remembrance in November 2019. However, there are no photos of the brothers interacting at the event.

The "Fab Four" divided. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Harry and William came face to face for the first time since Harry admitted they were "on different paths" at the Festival of Remembrance in November 2019. However, there are no photos of the brothers interacting at the event.

However, after Harry and Markle announced they were resigning from the four's joint charity, The Royal Foundation, in June 2019, the couples weren't pictured together for months.

Markle and Harry in South Africa, where they filmed their ITV documentary. Dominic Lipinski - Pool/Getty Images

However, after Harry and Markle announced they were resigning from the four's joint charity, The Royal Foundation, in June 2019, the couples weren't pictured together for months.

Markle became a senior member of the royal family, joining Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at official Buckingham Palace engagements.

The "Fab Four" at Buckingham Palace. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

There were rumors that not all members of the family approved of Markle. However, that didn't stop William from serving as best man at their nuptials on May 19, 2018.

Harry and William outside St George's Chapel in Windsor. WPA Pool/Getty

Even though Harry now had a fiancé, he still managed to fit in one-to-one time with his brother. In December 2017, the two attended the "Star Wars" premiere without their significant others.

The brothers walked the red carpet together. Star Max/AP Images

Even though Harry now had a fiancé, he still managed to fit in one-to-one time with his brother. In December 2017, the two attended the "Star Wars" premiere without their significant others.

Meghan Markle made her first appearance with Harry, William, and Middleton on Christmas Day 2017, earning the group the nickname "the Fab Four."

The royals at Sandringham. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Harry was far from a third wheel in this trio. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge even partnered up with the younger royal to launch Heads Together, a mental health initiative, in 2016.

Heads Together is still run by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to this day. Nicky J Sims/Getty Images

Harry was far from a third wheel in this trio. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge even partnered up with the younger royal to launch Heads Together, a mental health initiative, in 2016.

Although the dynamic was forever changed, the three clearly shared a close bond.

An iconic image of the duke and duchess and Prince Harry. Samir Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images

As the most recent addition to the royal family, Kate Middleton started attending events with William and Harry after her royal wedding in 2011.

The trio on the Buckingham Palace balcony. Paul Hackett/Reuters

Harry served as best man at the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on April 29, 2011.

Harry and William at Westminster Abbey in London. Andrew Milligan - WPA Pool/Getty Images

While William and Harry pursued different paths after graduating high school, they came back together to undertake military helicopter training in 2009. The brothers, who shared a cottage during the training, joked that it would be their "first and last time living together."

Harry and William during a photo call in 2009. Kirsty Wigglesworth/ AP Images.

While William and Harry pursued different paths after graduating high school, they came back together to undertake military helicopter training in 2009. The brothers, who shared a cottage during the training, joked that it would be their "first and last time living together."

Throughout the years that followed, they stuck together. Later, Prince William opened up about how they were "uniquely bonded because of what we've been through."

Harry and William stayed close together during official engagements. Sion Touhig / Getty

The brothers were vacationing at Balmoral Castle in Scotland with Prince Charles when they heard the news that their mother had passed away on August 31, 1997.

Charles, William, and Harry at Balmoral in August 1997. Tim Graham/ Getty Images.

The brothers attended the same boarding school, Eton College. Here they are on the day Harry joined the school in 1995.

Princess Diana and Prince William accompany Harry on his first day. Anwar Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images

The family appeared to be close-knit. They enjoyed taking part in outdoor activities, including cycling, together.

The Prince and Princess of Wales with their children. AP

In this photo, taken at the family's apartment in Kensington Palace, William assists Harry as he learns to walk.

The young princes were the best of friends. Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images

Prince Charles would encourage the boys' playful side, as shown in this photo taken in 1985.

Charles, William and a baby Prince Harry. Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images

The brothers' close bond was obvious since they were little. In this photo, they play the piano together with their mother, Princess Diana, at Kensington Palace.

Diana, William, and Harry at Kensington Palace. Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images

This adorable photo of the royal family before the ceremony shows a baby Prince Harry reaching out to touch his big brother.

The Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth, Princes William and Harry, and the Prince and Princess of Wales. PA Images via Getty Images

A two-year-old Prince William was first photographed with Prince Harry at his christening ceremony, shortly after his birth in 1984.

Princess Diana, Prince William, and Prince Harry at his christening service. AP

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21 photos show how Prince Harry and Prince William's relationship has changed through the years

Harry and William stepped out for their final royal engagement together in March 2020, two months after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they were resigning from their senior roles. The brothers didn't appear to speak or make eye contact during the event.

Harry and William came face to face for the first time since Harry admitted they were "on different paths" at the Festival of Remembrance in November 2019. However, there are no photos of the brothers interacting at the event.

However, after Harry and Markle announced they were resigning from the four's joint charity, The Royal Foundation, in June 2019, the couples weren't pictured together for months.

Markle became a senior member of the royal family, joining Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at official Buckingham Palace engagements.

There were rumors that not all members of the family approved of Markle. However, that didn't stop William from serving as best man at their nuptials on May 19, 2018.

Even though Harry now had a fiancé, he still managed to fit in one-to-one time with his brother. In December 2017, the two attended the "Star Wars" premiere without their significant others.

Meghan Markle made her first appearance with Harry, William, and Middleton on Christmas Day 2017, earning the group the nickname "the Fab Four."

Harry was far from a third wheel in this trio. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge even partnered up with the younger royal to launch Heads Together, a mental health initiative, in 2016.

Although the dynamic was forever changed, the three clearly shared a close bond.

As the most recent addition to the royal family, Kate Middleton started attending events with William and Harry after her royal wedding in 2011.

Harry served as best man at the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on April 29, 2011.

While William and Harry pursued different paths after graduating high school, they came back together to undertake military helicopter training in 2009. The brothers, who shared a cottage during the training, joked that it would be their "first and last time living together."

Throughout the years that followed, they stuck together. Later, Prince William opened up about how they were "uniquely bonded because of what we've been through."

The brothers were vacationing at Balmoral Castle in Scotland with Prince Charles when they heard the news that their mother had passed away on August 31, 1997.

The brothers attended the same boarding school, Eton College. Here they are on the day Harry joined the school in 1995.

The family appeared to be close-knit. They enjoyed taking part in outdoor activities, including cycling, together.

In this photo, taken at the family's apartment in Kensington Palace, William assists Harry as he learns to walk.

Prince Charles would encourage the boys' playful side, as shown in this photo taken in 1985.

The brothers' close bond was obvious since they were little. In this photo, they play the piano together with their mother, Princess Diana, at Kensington Palace.

This adorable photo of the royal family before the ceremony shows a baby Prince Harry reaching out to touch his big brother.

A two-year-old Prince William was first photographed with Prince Harry at his christening ceremony, shortly after his birth in 1984.