In the wake of Queen Elizabeth's passing, the British Royal Family has been thrust into the spotlight once again, revealing the intricate dynamics and tensions that have been simmering beneath the surface. One such tension has come to light involving Princes William and Harry, two brothers whose relationship has been the subject of much speculation and scrutiny over the past few years.
Meghan Markle's presence during the Queen's final moments became a point of contention. When Prince Harry, who had traveled from California, requested to accompany his brother William to the Queen's Balmoral estate, it was met with palpable resistance. A close friend of Prince William described the request as "insane," especially given the strained relations between the brothers. The Sussexes had been openly critical of the Royal Family, with allegations of racism and insensitivity, further deepening the rift.
"They had just spent two years slagging off the entire family and calling them racists. Harry had completely betrayed William, and he was holding the memoir [published after the Queen's death] and the Netflix series over them as well," the source revealed. The unexpected request from Harry, especially with Meghan's inclusion, was seen as audacious. "They hadn't exchanged a cordial word in months. And then he is texting him, saying, 'Can we get a lift with you.' I think if it had just been Harry, maybe a way could have been found. But Meghan too? Er, no thanks," the insider added.
The relationship between the brothers has been notably tense since Harry and Meghan's explosive 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey. In the tell-all, the couple alluded to prejudice within the Royal Family, particularly towards Meghan. "Growing up as a woman of color, as a little girl of color, I know how important representation is. I know how you want to see someone who looks like you in certain positions," Meghan expressed.
Furthermore, Meghan implied that her son, Prince Archie, was denied certain royal privileges due to his mixed-race heritage. She shared with Oprah, "I can give you an honest answer. In those months when I was pregnant, all around this same time . . . so we have in tandem the conversation of 'He won't be given security, he's not going to be given a title' and also concerns and conversations about how dark his skin might be when he's born."
As the Royal Family navigates the aftermath of Queen Elizabeth's passing, it's clear that old wounds and unresolved tensions continue to shape the dynamics of this historic institution. The world watches closely, hoping for reconciliation but bracing for more revelations.
