Princess Kate has extended an olive branch to Meghan Markle, indicating a possible thaw in the frosty relations between the Sussexes and the British Royal Family. This development, reportedly prompted by King Charles' desire to mend the widening rift within the family, marks a significant moment in the ongoing royal drama.
Kate's outreach to Meghan comes in the wake of damaging allegations from the Dutch translation of Omid Scobie's "Endgame," which named Kate Middleton and King Charles as the individuals who made insensitive remarks about Archie's skin color. "It was humiliating for Kate that Harry and Meghan would [allegedly] accuse her of something so horrific," a royal insider commented, reflecting the deep hurt and complexity of the situation.
Despite the controversy and the personal hurt, Kate, following King Charles' directive, reached out to Meghan to 'clear the air'. This move is seen as an attempt to heal the deep-seated tensions that have overshadowed Charles' reign and the monarchy at large. The insider shared, "This feud has gotten so unseemly and out of hand, it's starting to overshadow his reign and the entire monarchy. He wants to heal the rift once and for all."
However, the path to reconciliation is fraught with challenges. Prince William, deeply affected by the allegations and the overall situation, reportedly finds it hard to forgive Harry for his actions. "Kate may have grudgingly put the past behind her out of loyalty to the family, but William can never forgive Harry for the way he's thrown Kate under the bus," the insider revealed.
Despite the complexities, Kate's conversation with Meghan was emotional and significant, leading to a reluctant truce. The insider noted, "Their talk was four years in the making, and obviously it wasn't easy, because who knows what could end up being leaked from their private conversations?" Yet, both women recognize the importance of moving forward, especially for Harry, who has felt increasingly alienated from his family.
King Charles, according to royal sources, holds a strategic need to reconcile his sons. "The monarchy comes first, always has, and if that's being threatened, there's a problem. A big problem," a source emphasized. Royal expert Nick Bullen stated, "The king, more than anybody, wants to repair the relationships. The door is always open."
As Kate has taken the first step towards reconciliation, there is hope that this gesture might lead to a broader healing within the royal family. "She may have been forced to do it," says the insider, "but in the end, she's glad she did it. This pettiness has gone on far too long, and if it leads to William and Harry reuniting as brothers, Kate won't have any regrets. Nor should Meghan have any. Hopefully, she wants to see William and Harry reconcile just as much as everyone else."
In Touch spoken to the insiders.
