The king also received some warm messages on social media commemorating his birthday.

along with a photo of the monarch smiling.

Buckingham Palace posted a similar birthday message on its officialTwitteraccount.

King Charles III in November 2022

According to theBBC, King Charles enjoyed the day privately, away from the public and official engagements.

Still, others have seen the request as a clear snub.

He’s right to do so."

King Charles and Prince Harry in 2019

Prince Harry & Meghan Markle walking