Prince Harry is back in the US after reuniting with his family for Prince Philip's funeral

• Prince Harry has returned to the US after reuniting with his family at Prince Philip's funeral.
• A spokesperson confirmed to Insider that he arrived safely in California, returning home to Meghan Markle.
• Harry left the UK before Queen Elizabeth's birthday but shared a special gift with the Queen.

Prince Harry has returned to the US after reuniting with his family for Prince Philip's funeral.

A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex confirmed to Insider that Harry arrived safely in California, returning home to Meghan Markle - who is pregnant - and their son Archie.

Prince Harry left the UK before Queen Elizabeth's 95th birthday on Wednesday. The spokesperson told Insider that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex wished her a happy birthday and also shared a special gift with the Queen.

Harry's trip to London marked his first visit to the UK since March 2020, when he and Markle attended a Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey - their last engagement as working royals before stepping back.

It was also the first time Harry saw his family since his and Markle's bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey aired.

While Prince Harry and Prince William did not walk side by side during Prince Philip's funeral on Sunday, the brothers were seen chatting together after the procession.

A video showed the brothers and Kate Middleton talking outside St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.

Harry and William's chat after the funeral appears to confirm the palace's statement that the brothers weren't walking separately because of tension between them, and it could even hint at a path towards reconciliation.

Buckingham Palace had previously told People that Harry and William weren't walking together because of a "practical change" in funeral plans, rather than an attempt to send "a signal."

"This is a funeral and we are not going to be drawn into perceptions of drama. The arrangements have been agreed and represent Her Majesty's wishes," the spokesperson said.

Markle was unable to attend the funeral after she did not receive medical clearance from her physician, a royal spokesperson confirmed to Insider.

But the Duchess of Sussex still paid tribute to her late grandfather-in-law by sending a wreath to the funeral, along with a handwritten card.

Her spokesperson also confirmed that Markle watched the televised funeral service from her California home.

Prince Harry called his grandfather a "man of service, honor, and great humor" in a tribute that was sent to Insider last week.

"He was authentically himself, with a seriously sharp wit, and could hold the attention of any room due to his charm-and also because you never knew what he might say next," the statement read.

"He will be remembered as the longest reigning consort to the Monarch, a decorated serviceman, a Prince and a Duke. But to me, like many of you who have lost a loved one or grandparent over the pain of this past year, he was my grandpa: master of the barbecue, legend of banter, and cheeky right 'til the end."

Harry also praised his grandfather for being "a rock" for Queen Elizabeth through 73 years of marriage.

"You will be sorely missed, but always remembered," he concluded. "Meghan, Archie, and I (as well as your future great-granddaughter) will always hold a special place for you in our hearts."