Prince Harry has confirmed that he will be attending King Charles’ coronation next month but without his wife Meghan Markle and their kids, Archie and Lilibet, who will be staying behind in the US.

“Buckingham Palace is pleased to confirm that The Duke of Sussex will attend the Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey on 6^th May. The Duchess of Sussex will remain in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet,” Buckingham Palace confirmed on Wednesday. The crowning ceremony of the King and Queen Camilla at London’s Westminster Abbey will be held on May 6.

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A close friend of the Duke of Sussex told People magazine that Harry has decided to support his father due to the fact that it is a very important day for the monarch. However, the decision came after Harry reportedly send a list of queries to the palace including where he would sit and what security would be provided. It is believed that Harry will b staying at Frogmore Cottage for the very last time. Charles has asked him and Markle to vacate the property.

A source close to the royal household told PEOPLE: “It is such a momentous occasion for Charles, and he would want his son to be at the coronation to witness it. He would like to have Harry back in the family. If they don’t sort it out, it will always be part of the King’s reign and how he has left his family disjointed. He has had a reputation as a distant parent, and it would be awful for him for that to continue.”

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Why will Meghan Markle not be attending the coronation?

It is believed that Meghan chose to stay back in the US because May 6 also happens to be Prince Archie’s 4th birthday. According to People magazine, she will be spending the weekend celebrating with their children.

Harry’s and Meghan’s daughter Princess Lilibet was recently christened in California. It marked the first time Prince Harry and Meghan referred to their children’s royal titles.

While confirming the news of their daughter’s christening, a spokesperson told PEOPLE on March 8: “I can confirm that Princess Lilibet was christened on Friday, March 3 by the bishop in the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, the Rev John Taylor.”