Have you ever wondered why Queen Elizabeth II seems so lenient when it comes to the Duchess of Sussex? Well, you would not be the only one. People are eager to hear why Meghan Markle has been given a lot of freedom in more ways than one. This first came to our attention when she got to join the royal family at Sandringham for Christmas before she and Prince Harry got married! Their royal wedding also marked the first time that a British royal family member walked down the aisle with a church divorcee. Despite this, it is said that another royal has a different take on the matter…
Find Out What Prince Charles Really Feels About Meghan Markle
Meghan Allegedly Made Kate Cry
Well, it certainly did Meghan Markle no favors when the media reported how she made Kate Middleton cry before the royal wedding. An insider said that the former had been putting a lot of pressure on her sister-in-law, as well as Princess Charlotte. She wanted only “the very best” bridesmaid gown. “Kate had only just given birth to her third child, Prince Louis, and was feeling quite ¬emotional,” the source told the Daily Telegraph. From the way it was reported, the press made Meghan seem like a villain.
Meghan Allegedly Made Kate Cry
Where She Was At A Royal Event
In Great Britain and the Commonwealth, trooping the color is a big deal. It is not just a celebration of the military, but it is considered the “official” birthday of Her Royal Highness. The royal family is always present at the event. When a specific photo came out, people caught onto something interesting in the photo. They pointed the way Kate Middleton was at the front. On the other hand, Meghan Markle was at the back with Prince Harry. Did she prefer to chat with him instead of paying attention?
Where She Was At A Royal Event
He Told Her To Turn Around
It might be a little misleading if you looked at the photo with no context. Meghan Markle looked like she was telling Prince Harry something, although her husband did not seem pleased. A lip-reading expert weighed in on the matter and reported that he was likely asking her to face forward like everyone else was doing. Jacqui Press explained to The Daily Mail that he was probably telling her, “Yes, that’s right… Turn around… look.” It sounds a little too harsh. Could there be actual trouble in paradise for them?
He Told Her To Turn Around
The Possibility Of Marital Woes
The national anthem must have been playing when he told her to look forward. People could not help but wonder if anything was going on between them. Were they fighting? She did not seem to have a good reaction to his words either. According to several sources, Prince Harry tried to ensure that the kids were not rowdy while the national anthem played. People think that he got upset when he saw that he also had to do the same thing with his wife.
The Possibility Of Marital Woes
Not The Same For Them
The “turn around” moment sounded even more troubling due to a different incident. As you might already know, the Order of the Garter is an important event among the royals. Duchess Camilla asked Kate Middleton and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands to stop chatting and look forward. It is what happened to Meghan Markle a few weeks earlier. Even so, Camilla reminded them in a much gentler way than Prince Harry did. This is why there is speculation of double standards in the royal family.
Not The Same For Them
The Duchess And Her Divorce
We are sure that this did not sit all that well with the other royals either. You see, Prince Harry is not the first husband of Meghan Markle. She had her first wedding a couple of years before their royal wedding. In 2004, she began to go out with a producer called Trever Engelson. Their relationship lasted for a couple of years until they exchanged vows in 2011. Things did not work out, which is why they divorced after 18 months of marriage. As we all know, the royal family is not especially keen on divorces.
The Duchess And Her Divorce
They Make Tiny Mistakes On Instagram
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wanted to get in touch with their fans, but they decided to try a new tactic. They made a new account on Instagram called “Sussex Royal.” Melanie Bromley, a royal expert, was not a fan of this idea. She noted that their captions could be improved. “They keep making mistakes on their Instagram,” she said. As an example, she pointed to the way they used “every day” instead of “every day.” It was also unbecoming of them to use American terms such as “cribs” and “diapers.”
They Make Tiny Mistakes On Instagram
A Royal And An Actress
The royal family has never welcomed anyone like Meghan Markle in the past. There is also the matter of her old job. Perhaps they did not know what to make of the fact that she used to be an actress. You might think that it is a good idea to know how to act, but people are concerned with the idea of honesty and transparency. Aside from that, Prince Philip has also said something about this. It is said that he warned his grandson, “One steps out with actresses, one doesn’t marry them.”
A Royal And An Actress
A Lot Of Mixed Signals
We don’t really know if Prince Philip disapproved of Meghan Markle at first, but he has shown us that he likes her. For one thing, the royal was one of the first people who met their child, Archie. He was, of course, present in the family photoshoot that happened after the child was born. Aside from that, he surprised everyone on the day of the royal wedding. He appeared there even though he had been recovering from a medical operation at the time. We can take it to mean that he approves of her!
A Lot Of Mixed Signals
She Was Called A Degree Wife
It sounds like Prince Philip was not alone when it comes to skepticism about Meghan Markle. The Sunday Times even said that a senior royal said that she was “the degree wife.” In the United Kingdom, it generally takes three years to earn a degree. This was a jab since it implied that Prince Harry would “only last three years” with her. This was not the only time that she has been called a disparaging name either. We are sad to hear that she has received more awful nicknames.
She Was Called A Degree Wife
All Kinds Of Names For Her
The other nicknames do not reference just how short the marriage will be. Instead, they focus on the fact that she is allegedly high-maintenance. “Me-Gain” has been used to refer to the alleged bad treatment she gives her staff. “Duchess Difficult” has also gained some traction. Sources were saying that Meghan Markle would email about duties in the early hours. According to The Sunday Times, she allegedly “yelled at someone for suggesting she wear ‘garbage’ tights from M&S.” Could there be any truth to these claims? What we know for sure is that these are not flattering monikers.
All Kinds Of Names For Her
Harry Has Changed Thanks To Her
If you read The Sun, you might already know that Duncan Larcombe covered stories about the royal family for many years. He said that Prince Harry had changed his relationship with his peers due to his wife. “All of Harry’s staff have always thought he was fantastic, but the two of them [together] are high maintenance,” he shared. Aside from that, they say that the royal has become “quite grumpy and aloof.” They say that he is not the only royal family member who decided to change because of Meghan.
Harry Has Changed Thanks To Her
Always There To Support Her
Prince Harry is willing to do certain things to appease his wife and the rest of the royal family. We all know that he has been a rebel of sorts ever since he was young. Now that he is married, it seems like he has to choose sides. The two parties do not seem to share the same set of beliefs. “Harry stood up for Meghan very forcibly” on a couple of occasions, said a royal insider.
Always There To Support Her
Her Brother Had Advice For Him
Aside from his grandfather, there was another royal who warned him about getting married to Meghan Markle. The Sunday Times reported that Prince William wanted to talk him out of his decision to marry. The older man asked Prince Harry if he was “sure” that he should get married to her so soon. While his relatives have expressed doubts and apprehension, Prince Harry was already set on tying the knot with her. The couple became husband and wife six months after he asked her to marry him.
Her Brother Had Advice For Him
His Old Flame
There were already many rumors about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle when a new one cropped up. It was about Chelsy Davy, who is his former girlfriend. Phil Dampier reported that she was seen arriving in the United Kingdom. She allegedly wanted to see if her royal ex was all right. “I don’t have any doubt that Chelsy was the love of Harry’s life, and he will always carry a torch for her,” said the journalist.
His Old Flame
When It Comes To Royal Protocol
Some experts are not pleased by how Meghan Markle seems unable to follow royal protocols. “I see Meghan still doesn’t follow protocol. Harry had to correct her and tell her to face forward… TWICE,” a royal insider said, “She eventually turned around and looked like she was going to start crying.” Why is she having such a hard time with it? Some folks think that it is all about cultural differences.
When It Comes To Royal Protocol
The Fab Four Have Split Up
People have always wanted to know how the Fab Four is doing. The problem seems to be how Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want to do their own thing. The grapevine talked about this more when they decided to leave Kensington Palace to live on their own. Aside from that, it was reported that they were trying to get out of the Royal Foundation. The princes launched the charity more than a decade ago. “That’s a real sign there’s a problem,” a former royal employee shared with The Times.
The Fab Four Have Split Up
Rumors About Moving To Africa
The reason they want out of it is that they want to pursue their own charity work. There was also a theory that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wanted to move to Africa. They thought that this was the real reason they wanted to step down from their royal duties. We all know that he has always been invested in Sentebale, the organization that he launched. The charity’s goal is to give children in Botswana, Lesotho, and more mental and physical healthcare access.
Rumors About Moving To Africa
The Media Gave Her A Difficult Time
There is speculation that the media has been hard on Meghan Markle because of her ethnicity. Could this be the real reason for the treatment she gets in the royal family? Priyanka Chopra, her actress friend, believes that this is the case. “I’ve seen that, and it’s miserable. But if there’s anyone who can handle it, it’s her,” she said. She added, “Of course, it has to do with racism. It’s an obvious reason.”
The Media Gave Her A Difficult Time
The Queen Did Not Go To The Christening
It is easy to think that the birth of a baby will help bring the royal family closer. In fact, it is not a stretch to say that it only made things worse instead. Fans were surprised when they learned that Her Majesty was not at the christening when she went to the ones for the other grandchildren. It is possible that it was not meant to be a slight. After all, Queen Elizabeth threw a party for Meghan Markle’s birthday.
The Queen Did Not Go To The Christening
He Always Puts Her First
Reports are saying that Prince Harry no longer hangs out with his best friends after his marriage. Astrid Harbord and Tom Inskip are two of his oldest friends. Another source said that the royal has since devoted all of his time to his wife. “Tom has been dropped,” this tipster said. “It’s all part of Meghan’s quiet airbrushing out of Harry’s old posse. She doesn’t want temptation – of any sort – being put in his way while they concentrate on starting a family.”
He Always Puts Her First
She Is A Modern Woman
Meghan Markle has always been determined to stay true to her identity. For one thing, she has decided to retain her style even once she entered the royal family. On a couple of occasions, people called out the way she wore sleeveless dresses at public events. This is seen as a no-no for royals. Aside from that, they did not like how she forewent formal tights in the past. While it is not a strict rule, it is customary.
She Is A Modern Woman
The Deal With Her Family
It has always seemed that she found it hard to transition into the royal lifestyle. Perhaps her family background has something to do with this. Samantha, her half-sister, has been spiteful towards Meghan Markle ever since they announced the engagement. It is said that she has not been talking to Tom Jr, her half-brother either. Aside from these things, the family is very different from the royals as well.
The Deal With Her Family
The Matter Of Her Nationality
Some people believe that these incidents mean Meghan Markle will never fully integrate into the British royal family. Maybe it is because she is American and not British. Royal fans found it odd when news came out that Prince Harry went out with a woman from across the pond. They were not particularly young either, which might have made it hard for her to get used to all the royal traditions.
The Matter Of Her Nationality
Charles Reportedly Gets Along With Her
People believe that Prince Charles gets along well with Meghan Markle. A royal family insider spoke to Vanity Fair and said that he had a “lovely relationship with the duchess.” How great is that? “Charles showed so much love towards Harry and Meghan,” they went on. The tipster continued, “I think Harry will be eternally grateful to his papa for stepping in and giving Meghan’s hand in marriage.”
Charles Reportedly Gets Along With Her
It Is Not An Easy Task
As you can imagine, it must be tough to be in her shoes. Nick Ede, a PR expert, said that this was certainly the case. “This is somebody who has just entered the Royal Family, who is working quadruply as hard as she was learning scripts for Suits,” he revealed. “She has actually put herself in the position where it’s not an easy life – there are far easier things to do than this.”
It Is Not An Easy Task
How She Spends Money
People have been paying attention to a recent “investment” of hers as well. The public is not a fan of her “non-royal” way of spending. Royal accounts say that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex spent $3 million to renovate Frogmore Cottage. This was where they moved once they ditched Kensington Place. A lot of folks were outraged when they heard the amount! After all, they used taxpayer money for it.
How She Spends Money
Being Likened To Marie Antoinette
This was not the only cause of excessive spending. For one thing, she allegedly spent over $400,000 for her baby shower in New York. Reports also say that she has shelled out a million bucks on Givenchy pieces. Piers Morgan once said that she was like Marie Antoinette because of this. About her costly lifestyle, the talk show host went as far as to say, “She can’t have her cake and eat it.”
Being Likened To Marie Antoinette
The Reason For Her Absence
Kate Middleton might have been thrilled to join Queen Elizabeth at the Royal Ascot, but Meghan Markle was not in attendance. At first, fans thought it had to do with her relationship with the rest of the royal family. But the truth is that she had been on maternity leave back then. She attended Trooping the Color, but she was allowed to skip out on royal duties for six months because of her pregnancy.
The Reason For Her Absence
The Dukes Did Not Go To Wimbledon
It is said that Prince Harry and Prince William did not accompany Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton at Wimbledon due to an argument. The tennis tournament is seen as a big deal. Royal expert Katie Nicholl said that the alleged feud is “absolutely the case.” She went on, “I was told by a very senior royal source that actually they weren’t talking to each other at one point.” How intriguing is that?
The Dukes Did Not Go To Wimbledon
Sharing Their Story In A Documentary
Recently, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared that it has not been smooth-sailing for them. You can watch Harry and Meghan: An African Journey for more details! The documentary was broadcasted in Europe, Australia, and Africa. It is said that the other royals were “worried” by what they said in it. The couple talked about how their well-being suffered due to the pressures of the lifestyle.
Sharing Their Story In A Documentary
She Is Going Through A Lot
Meghan Markle finally had her chance to discuss her struggles as a new royal, mom, and wife. It sounded like the other royals were not supportive when it came to her mental wellbeing. “As a woman, it’s a lot,” she said after asked whether she was okay. She went on, “Thank you for asking because not many people have asked if I’m OK. But it’s a genuine thing to be going through behind the scenes.”
She Is Going Through A Lot
They Almost Had An Accident
Anyone who knows their British history will know that the royal family has seen many tragedies in the past. We are sure everyone held their breaths when Meghan Markle and Prince Harry nearly got into an accident. An illegal drone flew too close to the private jet that they were on. Back then, the couple was headed from Nice to Luton. If the device collided with the plane, it would have been tragic.
They Almost Had An Accident
Meghan And Her Legal Battles
Are you familiar with Meghan Markle and her legal battles? We are sure that she would have preferred not to take this route, but nothing else would be done. She has launched a battle with the media. She is now suing The Mail on Sunday for publishing her private letter to her father. In 2018, the publication ran a story on it after her royal wedding with Prince Harry.
Meghan And Her Legal Battles
Going From Royal To Normal
Anyone who pays attention to the royals knows that Meghan Markle was born a commoner. She was a Hollywood star, but this did not help with her integration into the royal family. Many incidents showed us that she found it hard to get used to this new lifestyle. In the end, they decided that it was too much. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex simply decided to live both in the United Kingdom and North America.
Going From Royal To Normal
Some People Saw It Coming
There is speculation that the royal family did not receive notice before they spoke to the press. The royal family members were said to be surprised and “disappointed.” We are sure that they spotted hints and clues leading up to this. Among other things, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle did not attend the traditional Christmas celebration at Sandringham to go to Vancouver Island instead.
Some People Saw It Coming
Her Royal Highness Gets To Decide
A story has come out about how Queen Elizabeth did not allow Meghan Markle unlimited access to the Royal Collection. They say that she is less strict with Kate Middleton. “There was this row where Meghan wanted this particular necklace. Harry said, ‘Meghan gets what Meghan wants,’ and the Queen turned around and said, ‘oh, no, she doesn’t. I decide what necklace is going to be worn out of the Royal Collection,’” said Gavin Gray.
Her Royal Highness Gets To Decide
What Harry Has To Say About The Press
It is not a secret that Meghan Markle has dealt with a lot of bad press ever since the royal wedding. We are sure that this played a part in their decision to retire from royal duties. Prince Harry has acknowledged this. “I’ve seen what happens when someone I love is commoditized to the point that they are no longer treated or seen as a real person,” he revealed in his statement. He went on, “I lost my mother, and now I watch my wife falling victim to the same powerful forces.”
What Harry Has To Say About The Press
Trying To Control The Media Circus
We are sure that it has been tough to deal with so much undeserved negative press. When the couple announced their decision to step back, they introduced a new website. On it, there is a section dedicated to the way the media reported about them. This also means that they will no longer be a part of the royal media system, which involves having a media outlet cover the event and share the photos with other companies. The couple plans to pick journalists who will give objective reports!
Trying To Control The Media Circus
Not Just An Actress But Also An Activist
We wonder if Meghan felt frustrated because she could not pursue the causes that she wanted. Before she got married to Prince Harry, she was already a mental health advocate. As a royal, she could not talk about it more publicly since she was not allowed to say anything that she wants. After stepping down from royal duties, she will now have the chance to pursue the things she holds dear.
Not Just An Actress But Also An Activist
They Want To Strike A Balance
Before the couple shared where they were moving, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex just said they wanted to be in place with a “geographical balance.” They attempted to raise their kid “with an appreciation for the royal tradition into which he was born,” although they still wanted to have ample space to create their life. People wondered if this meant that Meghan Markle missed her old Hollywood lifestyle…
They Want To Strike A Balance
Just Like A Real Disney Princess
It seems like the answer to this question is yes! We figured it out when she snapped up a deal with Disney. The contract would allow her to return to acting and pay it forward at the same time. It involved voice work in a Disney project. The proceeds from this would go to the charity, Elephants Without Borders. The truth is that this was not her first involvement with the company.
Just Like A Real Disney Princess
Disney Had A Gift For Their Son
You can even say that she has a history with Disney. In July 2019, she attended The Lion King European premiere. The event donated the proceeds to African Parks, an organization that Prince Harry supports. Apart from this, the company also had a gift for the new family. They gave the couple a Winnie-the-Pooh watercolor book for their son! As you can see, they are doing their best to balance the royal lifestyle and the Hollywood life. Perhaps it was too much to ask her to give it up.
Disney Had A Gift For Their Son
They Need To Work On Their Careers
While they have since decided to step down, some things will remain the same for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. They still need to do a few royal duties. Aside from that, they get to keep the titles of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Penny Juror, a royal biographer, thinks they should focus on their career as “their charitable work does not generate income, and they have a pretty extravagant lifestyle.”
They Need To Work On Their Careers
How To Split Their Time
The truth is that their decision to retire from the royal life is “unprecedented.” The royal family has never encountered anything like this in the past. At the moment, people cannot stop talking about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. However, certain royal family members decided to cut ties in their own way. For one, others left after they divorced or abdicated the throne. While this is true, this is the first time in history that someone planned to lead a normal life and a royal one at the same time.
How To Split Their Time
They Just Want To Be A Happy Family
It is not hard to see that Meghan found it hard to get used to the royal lifestyle. In the past, she made a name for herself as a modern and independent woman. Maybe her role as a royal was too restrictive for the life that she wanted. It is a good thing that Prince Harry is by her side no matter what happens. We wonder if they bonded over the difficulties of royal life. He used to be quite a rebel in his youth! No matter what, we are glad that they are facing these challenges together. They deserve to be happy!
They Just Want To Be A Happy Family
There Is More To The Story
There is more to the story that we have yet to discuss. It sounds like this is only the beginning for the couple. Even though they said that they are stepping down, other things have kept them busy. In February 2021, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared that they were expecting their second child. As you might have guessed, it caused a stir in the press and the general public once more.
There Is More To The Story
The Buzz Around Their Pregnancy
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared the news with a black-and-white photo of the family below a tree. Meghan Markle is seen with her head on the lap of her husband. Prince Harry was photographed stroking her hair while she had her hands on the baby bump. They looked happy! We bet that they were relieved with this development, especially since she had a terrible miscarriage the previous summer.
The Buzz Around Their Pregnancy
When She Lost Her Baby
How did the miscarriage happen? Meghan Markle shared that she “dropped to the floor” after a wave of pain. She had been changing Archie’s diaper at the time. “I knew, as I clutched my firstborn child, that I was losing my second,” she shared in the New York Times. She went on, “Losing a child means carrying an almost unbearable grief, experienced by many but talked about by few.”
When She Lost Her Baby
How They Are Raising Their Kids
It seems like their second child is going to follow in the footsteps of their firstborn. We are talking about how they will raise the kids a long way away from his side of the family. At the moment, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are living in Montecito, California. They decided to leave the royal lifestyle behind to attain financial freedom. This means that they have to find a way to keep themselves afloat.
How They Are Raising Their Kids
Striking Lucrative Deals
They need a steady amount of money to fund their lifestyle. Perhaps this is why they have signed a contract with Netflix. The grapevine says that it has a value of more than $210 million. Aside from that, they apparently signed with Spotify for a podcast deal. On March 7, they also made a stir with the release of their exclusive interview with Oprah! We are glad that they are finding ways to make money.
Striking Lucrative Deals
They Followed In The Footsteps Of His Mom
We are delighted to hear that there is a new baby on the way, but a small detail makes this even more special. Did you know that Princess Diana announced that she was pregnant for the second time on February 13, 1984? People got wind of it on February 14. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle decided to share their own good news on the same day, 37 years later.
They Followed In The Footsteps Of His Mom
The Aftermath Of Their Decision
Once they finalized their decision to leave the royal lifestyle behind, there was nothing else to do but wait for the aftermath. They wanted to lead a different lifestyle, but it feels like neither side won. Both sides have released official statements. While they were formal and cordial, it is not hard to find hints of disappointment, frustration, and sadness in words.
The Aftermath Of Their Decision
There Is No Going Back Now
There seems to be no going back for them after this. They stripped Harry of his military titles, while their royal assets were given back to Queen Elizabeth II. This also includes their charity work. Despite this, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle do not plan to stop giving back! They recently issued a statement that said, “We can all live a life of service. Service is universal.”
There Is No Going Back Now
The Couple Issued A Response
It was part of their statement, which they released after the one published by Buckingham Palace. The first statement said that “in stepping away from the work of the Royal Family, it is not possible to continue with the responsibilities and duties that come with a life of public service.” Prince Harry and Meghan Markle replied by saying, “As evidenced by their work over the past year, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex remain committed to their duty and service to the UK and around the world, and have offered their continued support to the organizations they have represented regardless of official role.”
The Couple Issued A Response
They Like To Walk The Talk
Some people talk a lot but can’t back it up. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are not one of them. When a huge winter storm hit Texas, they decided to reach out through the Archewell Foundation, their nonprofit. They helped a women’s shelter called Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support. Thanks to their help, the organization managed to fix the roof at the transitional housing facility.
They Like To Walk The Talk
Grateful For Their Help And Support
The organization was grateful for what they did. They took to Twitter to give thanks to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The post said, “Today, the news of our damages reached Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex! Through their nonprofit, they support us by replacing the roof at our transitional housing facility & helping us meet our immediate needs. THANK YOU, ARCHEWELL FOUNDATION!”
Grateful For Their Help And Support
It Came With A Second Statement
The CEO of the organization decided to show her gratitude as well. Jan Langbein posted a tweet on her own account. She said, “Today, we were notified that through the actions of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s nonprofit, Archewell Foundation, Prince Harry and Meghan will donate to help us get back on our feet.”
It Came With A Second Statement
All For A Noble Cause
“Not only will this gift provide for our critical needs, it shines an international spotlight on violence against women and children, letting survivors know that they are not alone,” she went on. It is nice to see how much Prince Harry and Meghan Markle care about people in need! As you can see, they meant it when they said that they still plan to give back and pay it forward.
All For A Noble Cause
It Has Caused The Royal Family Some Problems
The United Kingdom is going to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s reign. There is a planned four-day public celebration across the country. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle allegedly want to be involved. However, it might become a bit complicated after everything that has happened. Their desire to attend is said to be the source of headaches in Buckingham Palace…
It Has Caused The Royal Family Some Problems
The Upcoming Celebration
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle still want to go to Buckingham Palace to be there for big family events. It might be complicated when the time comes. Can you just imagine how awkward it will get? “This is a celebration for the Queen’s 70 years of service to the nation and should not be overshadowed. There are now so many questions about what to do with Harry and Meghan,” said an insider.
The Upcoming Celebration