Duke of Sussex arrives in London for WellChild Awards

Prince Harry has landed in the UK ahead of the WellChild Awards ceremony scheduled to take place in London on September 30.
The Duke of Sussex has been a patron of the organisation for the past 16 years. Harry, 40, confirmed his attendance at this year’s event earlier this year.
“I am once again honoured to attend this year’s WellChild Awards celebrating the remarkable courage and achievements of children living with complex medical needs,” he said in a statement.
Watch the video above.
READ MORE: Rocker’s emotional video after being forced to leave band’s tour
“These incredible young people, along with the dedicated caregivers, nurses, and professionals who tirelessly support them, inspire us all,” he continued.
“It is a true privilege to recognise such extraordinary individuals.”
WellChild confirmed the royal’s attendance in a statement on X, which read: “We are delighted to announce that WellChild Patron Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, will attend the 2024 WellChild Awards, in association with the @GSK, on 30th Sept.”
For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here.
“The Duke will meet our inspirational winners at a pre-ceremony reception before joining them in the main event,” the statement continued.
WellChild supports children living with serious illnesses or complex medical needs, and they honour those around them who go the extra mile to keep them healthy and happy.
The royal is expected to spend time with the winners and their families at the reception.
READ MORE: WWE star welcomes first child with model fiancée
He will also present the ‘Award for Inspirational Child’ (age four to six) and give a speech.
WellChild Chief Executive, Matt James said: “Across the UK, an increasing number of children and young people are living with long-term, complex medical needs. Alongside their families, they navigate extraordinary challenges each day.”
“Through the WellChild Awards 2024, in association with GSK, we aim to highlight the immense difficulties they face and to celebrate their remarkable resilience and spirit,” James said.
READ MORE: Beverly Hills Cop star dies following lengthy health battle
He continued: “This event also offers an opportunity to honour the selfless dedication of those who support them – whether it be siblings, parent carers or professionals who have gone above and beyond to give these children the best possible chance to thrive.”
It isn’t known if Harry will visit with his father King Charles III during the trip.
Charles was spotted leaving his royal residence in Scotland on September 29 to attend his usual Sunday church service with Queen Camilla.
The monarch continues outpatient treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer ahead of the couple’s trip to Australia in October.
Charles and Camilla will spend two days in Sydney and Canberra.
The Duchess of Sussex reportedly hasn’t joined Harry for his trip back to the UK. She is understood to be at home in Montecito in the United States with the couple’s children Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three.
READ MORE: Frances Bean Cobain welcomes first child with legend’s son
Harry has previously shared he has security concerns when it comes to his family visiting the UK and tends to travel solo to his country of birth.
The Duke of Sussex became embroiled in legal action over the government panel’s decision to limit his access to publicly funded security after giving up his status as a working member of the royal family in 2020.
The long-running legal battle began more than four years ago when Harry challenged the panel’s decision, arguing that he and his family still needed an armed security detail because of hostility directed toward him and his wife Meghan on social media and relentless hounding by the news media.
FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details.