The British monarchy has been a mess since King Charles took the throne. Here's a timeline of the royal drama.

Mikhaila Friel,Maria NoyenMay 4, 2023, 15:24 IST

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King Charles III took the throne upon Queen Elizabeth II's death in September 2022.
Since then, the royal family has had its fair share of drama.

Since Charles ascended the throne in September 2022, the royal family has faced a number of controversial moments in the public eye.

King Charles III leaves Balmoral on September 9, 2022, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

In September 2022, a video of King Charles III complaining over a leaky pen went viral, causing controversy in his first days as monarch.

King Charles got frustrated over a leaky pen in Northern Ireland on September 13, 2022.CBS News/Twitter

Also in September, Prince Harry and Charles were photographed together for the first time in over a year as they waited for the Queen's coffin.

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and King Charles III through a window of Buckingham Palace on September 13.Jeremy Selwyn - WPA Pool/Getty Images

That same month, the palace reversed its decision to ban Harry from wearing a military uniform at a vigil for the Queen. But when he got the uniform, it was missing the Queen's initials.

Prince William, the Prince of Wales, and Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex arrive to hold a vigil in honor of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Hall on September 17, 2022.Aaron Chown/Getty Images

That same month, the palace reversed its decision to ban Harry from wearing a military uniform at a vigil for the Queen. But when he got the uniform, it was missing the Queen's initials.

In October, Prince Harry announced his memoir title, seemingly hinting at his frustration with his 'spare' role within the institution.

From left: Prince Harry in 2016, and the cover photo for his memoir, "Spare."Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images, Penguin Random House

In November, the premiere of 'The Crown' season five was released, reigniting interest in Charles' personal life and relationships — even though the show is fictional.

The season-five cast of Netflix's "The Crown."Netflix

In November, the premiere of 'The Crown' season five was released, reigniting interest in Charles' personal life and relationships — even though the show is fictional.

That same month, protesters threw eggs at Charles and Camilla during a walkabout in York, England.

King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort, had eggs thrown at them during a royal visit to York on November 9, 2022.Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Also in November, Lady Susan Hussey resigned from her role as a lady of the household following allegations that she made racist comments at a royal event.

Lady Susan Hussey accompanied Queen Elizabeth II (not pictured) at the State Opening of Parliament at London's House of Lords on November 23, 2004.Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images

In December, Meghan and Harry's Netflix docuseries dropped with a fresh series of allegations against several senior members of the royal family.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in their Netflix docuseries "Harry & Meghan."Netflix

Jeremy Clarkson penned an op-ed on how much he 'hates' Meghan in December. Around that time, he attended an exclusive lunch that Camilla hosted.

Jeremy Clarkson at the ITV Autumn Entertainment Launch in August 2022, and Meghan Markle at the Invictus Games in the Netherlands in April 2022.Nick England via Getty Images, Samir Hussein via Getty Images

Also in December, members of the royal family wore matching clothes to a royal engagement after Meghan said it was against protocol.

Members of the royal family attend the Together at Christmas Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on December 15, 2022, in London.Chris Jackson/Getty Images, Samir Hussein/WireImage

In January 2023, Harry's memoir 'Spare' was released, casting a negative light on the royal family and institution.

Prince Harry's memoir "Spare" pictured on sale at a Barnes & Noble retail store in Chicago, on January 10, 2023.Scott Olson/Getty Images

In March, Harry and Meghan confirmed they were asked to move out of Frogmore Cottage, and reports surfaced that Charles was offering it to Prince Andrew.

A general view of Frogmore Cottage on April 10, 2019, in Windsor, England.GOR/Getty Images

During the same month, King Charles granted Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet royal titles after missing his granddaughter's christening.

Prince Harry, Lilbet Mountbatten Windsor, Archie Mountbatten Windsor, and Meghan Markle.Netflix

Also in March, Meghan and Harry confirmed they received invitations for the coronation but did not disclose whether they'd be attending.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the 2022 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Award Gala at the Hilton Midtown in New York on December 6, 2022.ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images

After months of rumors, Buckingham Palace confirmed in April that Harry would attend Charles' coronation while Meghan would remain at home with their children.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle leave a service for the reception of Queen Elizabeth II's coffin at Westminster Hall in London on September 14, 2022.DANNY LAWSON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

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The British monarchy has been a mess since King Charles took the throne. Here's a timeline of the royal drama.

Since Charles ascended the throne in September 2022, the royal family has faced a number of controversial moments in the public eye.

In September 2022, a video of King Charles III complaining over a leaky pen went viral, causing controversy in his first days as monarch.

Also in September, Prince Harry and Charles were photographed together for the first time in over a year as they waited for the Queen's coffin.

That same month, the palace reversed its decision to ban Harry from wearing a military uniform at a vigil for the Queen. But when he got the uniform, it was missing the Queen's initials.

In October, Prince Harry announced his memoir title, seemingly hinting at his frustration with his 'spare' role within the institution.

In November, the premiere of 'The Crown' season five was released, reigniting interest in Charles' personal life and relationships — even though the show is fictional.

That same month, protesters threw eggs at Charles and Camilla during a walkabout in York, England.

Also in November, Lady Susan Hussey resigned from her role as a lady of the household following allegations that she made racist comments at a royal event.

In December, Meghan and Harry's Netflix docuseries dropped with a fresh series of allegations against several senior members of the royal family.

Jeremy Clarkson penned an op-ed on how much he 'hates' Meghan in December. Around that time, he attended an exclusive lunch that Camilla hosted.

Also in December, members of the royal family wore matching clothes to a royal engagement after Meghan said it was against protocol.

In January 2023, Harry's memoir 'Spare' was released, casting a negative light on the royal family and institution.

In March, Harry and Meghan confirmed they were asked to move out of Frogmore Cottage, and reports surfaced that Charles was offering it to Prince Andrew.

During the same month, King Charles granted Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet royal titles after missing his granddaughter's christening.

Also in March, Meghan and Harry confirmed they received invitations for the coronation but did not disclose whether they'd be attending.

After months of rumors, Buckingham Palace confirmed in April that Harry would attend Charles' coronation while Meghan would remain at home with their children.